Ioannis Mitrou Dental Blog

By Dr. Gianino

Sometimes it’s very easy to find a myriad of reasons to not visit your dentist at least twice a year for a checkup. Yet there are many more reasons why you definitely should take the time for these important visits that can not only protect your smile, but your overall health as well.

During your checkup, your dentist will examine your teeth to make sure that they are free of cavities or other problems. If cavities are caught when they are just getting started, they can be removed and filled before they cause severe damage to or completely destroy a tooth or even spread to the surrounding teeth. And if a tooth has become chipped or cracked, your dentist can identify the issue and correct it before it can cause pain or even break off and create additional challenges.

Your dentist will also check your gums to ensure that they are free of gum disease (also known as periodontal disease). Gum disease has very few, if any, symptoms before it gets to the point that it is doing damage to your teeth, gums and the bones that hold your teeth. But with a thorough examination, a dentist can diagnose this disease in its very early stages, which is important to your overall health because it is estimated that “80 percent of American adults” currently have some form of periodontal disease. And periodontal disease that is left to move into an infection has been found to be a risk factor in systemic diseases such as heart disease and diabetes.

Your dentist will also screen for oral cancer, which could actually save your life because each year more than 300,000 new cases of oral cancer are diagnosed worldwide and more that 7,500 deaths are caused annually from this disease. Yet when it is found and treated early, oral cancer can be controlled.

Along with making sure that your teeth and gums are healthy and that there are no problems that can affect your overall health, your dental checkup is also a good time to talk to your dentist about teeth whitening, a smile makeover or any other aesthetic concerns you may have in regard to your teeth and your smile. With the dental technology of today, everyone can have a beautiful smile. Your dentist can go over all of the options that are available and recommend the ones that will work best for you.

Taking the time at least twice a year (and even more often if you have ongoing issues) to go to your dentist for routine checkups will also save you money because problems that are diagnosed and treated when they are in the beginning stages are much less expensive than those that have been allowed to develop into real issues.

So the next time you find yourself beginning to make excuses as to why you can’t schedule your routine dental checkup, think about the reasons you should…it can save you money, save your smile and just possibly save your life.

About the Author: Dr. Gianino has based his dental philosophy on patient respect and genuine relationships, taking the time to learn about the smile of your dreams - the smile you deserve. You can visit his website at DrGianino.com. He would love to hear from you.

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You Could Have Periodontal Disease and Not Even Know It!

2011-08-25T21:56:00.001-07:00

You Could Have Periodontal Disease and Not Even Know It!

By Dr. Gianino

Periodontal disease (also known as gum disease) is quite stealthy…it is one of those afflictions that takes hold in your body and you don’t even know it’s there until it has already done some severe damage to your teeth, tissues, bones and even your overall health. In fact, 70 percent of tooth loss is attributed to gum disease. And periodontal disease has been shown to do much more damage than just to your oral health; it has been linked to strokes, heart disease, diabetes and pre-term, low birth-weight pregnancies.

There are a variety of risk factors that can contribute to gum disease such as smoking, poor oral hygiene, female hormonal fluctuations (such as in pregnancy and menopause), genetic predisposition, a diet high in sugar, stress, substance abuse and some medications. But the most common and most easily controllable factor in periodontal disease is the sticky, colorless film in your mouth known as plaque. This bacterial plaque releases toxins that break down the natural fibers that bond your gums to your teeth. When this occurs pockets can form between your teeth and gums giving the bacteria a place to hide as they do their destructive work on your teeth, gums and the bones beneath your teeth.

There are basically four stages of periodontal disease:

-Gingivitis – Gums are inflamed

-Early Periodontitis – An infection has begun to destroy the bone that holds your tooth or teeth

-Moderate Periodontitis – Significant bone loss is occurring

-Advanced Periodontitis – Severe bone loss has occurred

If you currently have any of the following symptoms, there is a good chance that you have advanced periodontal disease and a trip to your dentist is imperative, not only for your oral health but your overall health as well.

-Gums that are red, swollen, tender or bleeding

-Sensitivity in your teeth

-Pain when you chew

-Loose or separating teeth

-Gums that have pulled away from your teeth

-A change in the way that your teeth fit together

-Persistent bad breath

-A change in how your partial dentures fit

-Pus between your teeth and gums

But the good news is that if you make regular trips to your dentist at least twice a year for a dental checkup, your dentist can find gum disease in even its very earliest stages and it can be treated and progression stopped. By working together with your dentist, you can ensure that periodontal disease will not have an opportunity to do any damage to your teeth or health.

To begin with, good daily oral hygiene habits are very important so that the bacterial plague that is constantly occurring in your mouth can be removed before it turns into tartar which can develop both above and below your gum line and cause deterioration and infections. Your dental professional can help ensure that you are brushing and flossing correctly to keep your teeth and gums healthy.

If your dentist does find indications of periodontal disease, there are a variety of treatments that can be used depending on the stage of the disease. Ideally, you want to prevent gum disease altogether and to do that, it is important that you maintain good daily oral hygiene habits and visit your dentist at least every six months so that if gum disease does get started, it can be found in its very early stages and stopped it in its tracks.

About the Author: Dr. Gianino has based his dental philosophy on patient respect and genuine relationships, taking the time to learn about the smile of your dreams - the smile you deserve. You can visit his website at DrGianino.com. He would love to hear from you.

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The Causes, Symptoms and Treatments of TMJ

2011-08-25T21:53:00.001-07:00

The Causes, Symptoms and Treatments of TMJ

By Dr. Gianino

Temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMD), also known as TMJ Disorder happens when the small triangular joints that open and close your jaw get out of sync. There are a variety of reasons why this could happen, including:

Grinding or Clenching Your Teeth – Ongoing grinding or clenching of your teeth puts a lot of pressure and strain on your joints, which is why this behavior is one of the most common causes of TMJ Disorder.

Misaligned Bite – When your upper and lower teeth do not line up properly, any jaw movement can cause wear and tear on the cartilage disks that cushion the TMJ or could cause the joint itself to become dislocated.

Worn or Torn Cartilage – Sometimes the cartilage disks that cushion the joint can become worn down which results in grinding of the jawbone.

Dislocated Temporomandibular Joint – When the joint becomes dislocated, it can impede the movement of the jaw resulting in strain and/or pain in that area.

Arthritis – With arthritis, inflammation and swelling can occur in the muscles, ligaments and tissues around the TMJ causing discomfort and pain.

Trauma to the Temporomandibular Joint – A blow to the jaw can occur in an auto accident, airbags deploying, a slip or fall where the face hits against something, or other various reasons, and when trauma occurs to that area of the face, the joint can become misaligned creating pain.

The symptoms of the disorder will vary for each individual afflicted with TMJ depending on the reason behind the dysfunction. For some, this disorder will produce little discomfort while for others it will cause significant pain. But any imbalance to the temporomandibular joint strains the related muscles and irritates the affected nerves causing a variety of unpleasant and painful symptoms including one or several of the following:

-Radiating pain in the face, neck and shoulders

-Headaches…from moderate to migraine

-Stiffness of the jaw muscle

-Pain in the jaw joint

-Painful clicking, grating or even popping in the jaw area when the mouth is opened or closed

-Ringing in the ears or ear aches

-Limited movement or locking of the jaw

-Tingling in the extremities

-A change in the way the upper and lower teeth fit together

-Pain in the teeth or cheek areas

When TMJ Disorder is the cause of your pain and discomfort, there are a variety of approaches that can be taken to correct the problem. Which approached to take is based upon a personal evaluation of your situation. The first step is a thorough dental examination of your mouth and bite. Your dentist may then suggest one or several of the following approaches:

-Applying ice and/or heat packs

-Doing gentle jaw relaxing and stretching exercises to strengthen your jaw muscles and help increase jaw movement

-Learning techniques for relaxing and reducing stress

-Using over-the-counter anti-inflammatory medicines

-Using a stabilization sprint or bit guard

-Correcting your bite or teeth alignment with dental restorations or orthodontics

For many people, TMJ is a painful and serious condition, but the pain caused by TMJ can be minimized or alleviated with your dentist’s guidance and instructions.

About the Author: Dr. Gianino has based his dental philosophy on patient respect and genuine relationships, taking the time to learn about the smile of your dreams - the smile you deserve. You can visit his website at DrGianino.com. He would love to hear from you.

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The Causes and Treatments of Gum Disease

2011-08-25T21:51:00.000-07:00

The Causes and Treatments of Gum Disease

By Karl A. Smith, DDS, MS

Gum disease, also known as periodontal disease, can range from gingivitis, which is the first stage where the gums are inflamed, to advanced periodontitis where severe bone loss has occurred. Until it is in the extreme stages where infection exists and severe damage is being done, periodontal disease does not have any symptoms.

Studies show that over “80 percent of American adults currently have some form of the disease” and while not everyone gets gum disease, there are certain risk factors that can elevate the probability:

•Poor Oral Hygiene – Plaque is constantly being created in the mouth and when plaque is not removed by brushing and flossing, it develops into tartar (also known as calculus), which can only be removed by a dental professional using special tools.

•Smoking – A very significant risk factor, smoking is the “single major preventable risk factor for periodontal disease.” The risk of gum disease actually increases with the number of cigarettes smoked per day and pipes and cigars have the same risk potential.

•Diet High On Sugar Intake – Bacteria that are constantly available in the mouth, when combined with sugar, create an acid that attacks the enamel of the teeth and causes gum disease.

•Hormonal Changes in Women – Female hormones make the gums more susceptible to periodontal disease…especially with pregnancy and during and after menopause.

•Genetics – According to the American Academy of Periodontology, studies have indicated that “approximately 30 percent of the population may be genetically predisposed to periodontal disease.”

•Diabetes – Patients with diabetes have susceptibility for developing infections… and this includes gum infections.

•Substance Abuse – Gums and teeth can be damaged by the long-term abuse of either alcohol or illegal drugs such as amphetamines.

•Stress – When the body is under stress, it has a more difficult time of fighting infections, and psychological stress creates the release of inflammatory hormones which can trigger or escalate gum disease.

•Medications – From antidepressants to some types of heart medication…when a drug lessens the flow of saliva in the mouth, the gums are more prone to disease because saliva protects the teeth and gums.

But even with risk factors, periodontal disease does not have to cause havoc. By practicing good daily oral hygiene habits and making regular visits to the dentist for checkups and professional cleanings, gum disease can be prevented or treated. First of all, periodontal disease can typically be prevented by doing the following:

•Eating a well-balanced diet that is low in sugar

•Brushing at least twice a day or after every meal

•Flossing at least once a day (preferably before bedtime)

•Refraining from using tobacco products

•Visiting the dentist on a routine basis

In those cases where a patient does get periodontal disease, after a thorough periodontal examination, a dentist will be able to determine which of the treatment options is the best choice for the patient. These are the methods that are most often used to correct gum disease:

•Scaling and Root Planing – This is a deep cleaning method where a dental professional uses special tools to clean tartar and bacteria from above and below the gum line and to clean and smooth out tooth root surfaces.

•Laser Treatments – These treatments are sometimes used to close up any pockets and remove infected tissue.

•Pocket Reduction Surgery – When inflamed areas or ‘pockets’ are present, the dentist may perform a gentle surgery where a ‘flap’ on the gums is lifted back so that diseased tissue can be removed and the bones and gums can be repositioned if necessary to support the tooth.

•Grafting – If either bone or tissue have been lost because of the disease, the dentist may suggest grafting which can either replace lost bone or tissue or encourage new growth of either or both.

Periodontal disease is preventable. But in those cases where it does take hold, dental technology provides a myriad of treatments to bring the teeth, gums and jawbone back to full health.

About the Author: Dr. Karl Smith has been in dental practice for over twenty-seven years. His specialties are periodontics, dental anesthesia and implants. People come from near and far to experience the comfort and professionalism of his office and patient-oriented staff. DrKarlSmith.com

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How To Approach Your Impending Dental Appointment

2011-06-08T22:48:00.000-07:00

How To Approach Your Impending Dental Appointment

Orthodontic Treatment

2011-05-15T00:05:00.000-07:00

Orthodontic Treatment

Helpful Tips For Selecting A Cosmetic Dentist

2011-05-11T11:44:00.000-07:00

Helpful Tips For Selecting A Cosmetic Dentist

Tips To Successfully Fight The Bacteria On Your Toothbrush

2011-05-11T07:14:00.000-07:00

Tips To Successfully Fight The Bacteria On Your Toothbrush

Lost Teeth No Longer Mean Gaps In The Perfect Smile

2011-04-26T21:40:00.000-07:00

Lost Teeth No Longer Mean Gaps In The Perfect Smile

What Your Child Can Learn From A Dental Visit

2011-04-25T11:29:00.000-07:00

What Your Child Can Learn From A Dental Visit

Benefits of Dental Implants

2011-04-25T01:05:00.000-07:00

Benefits of Dental Implants

Why Keep your Electric Toothbrush Clean?

2011-04-17T10:10:00.000-07:00

Why Keep your Electric Toothbrush Clean?

Discover How Dental Braces Can Cause Mouth Canker Sores

2011-01-27T00:22:00.000-08:00

Discover How Dental Braces Can Cause Mouth Canker Sores

Teeth Whitening is made for Everybody

2011-01-27T00:17:00.000-08:00

Teeth Whitening is made for Everybody

Dental Marketing Along With Your Teeth - It's Never Too Late

2010-12-14T02:40:00.000-08:00

Dental Marketing Along With Your Teeth - It's Never Too Late

Steps To Start Your Online Dentist Marketing

2010-12-14T01:20:00.000-08:00

Steps To Start Your Online Dentist Marketing

I Can’t Smile Without My Dentist!

2010-11-12T12:13:00.000-08:00

I Can’t Smile Without My Dentist!

How To Help Your Child Like The Dentist

2010-10-31T11:47:00.000-07:00

How To Help Your Child Like The Dentist
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Sarah_E_Little]Sarah E Little

Children need not go to the dentist early on in their lives. For this reason, many kids do not see a dentist until they are experiencing a problem or pain. Being introduced to the dentist in this way can sometimes create more anxiety and fear around the experience. However, if you take your child to the dentist routinely, at least once per year, he or she will be familiar and comfortable with the experience. And, when cavities or work is necessary, it will not be as big of a deal. You can compare this with going to the doctor. Children are familiar with visiting the doctor regularly when they are very young, to get immunizations and checkups. When they are sick or hurt, going to the doctor feels like a natural thing. Making the dentist a natural experience will decrease fear and help a child relax.

There are steps you can take before even taking your child to the office. Going online and viewing edentist sites that offer fun tips or games for children to play can help them become more excited about having their teeth checked. Going in to the bathroom and sitting on the sink to let a child count his or her teeth can be a fun way to discover oral hygiene. If you have two or more children, you can make a game of counting who has the most teeth, or the biggest tooth. Your child may even be interested to know why some teeth are pointed and others are wide and flat. Looking at the teeth of animals and how they differ can help your child acknowledge that teeth are important.

You do not have to find an edentist site to search a few images of animal teeth. Making a game for your child by downloading a few images of animal teeth and then having him or her guess what animal the tooth belongs to can be challenging and fun. For example, save pictures of shark teeth, dinosaur teeth, cow teeth, etc and add in a photo of human teeth (even better, toddler teeth). Your child will get a kick out of recognizing teeth of other kids just like him.

After you have identified all the various shapes and sizes of teeth, take your son or daughter on a trip to the store and let him pick out a brand new toothbrush. There is a wide variety of character-themed brushes in bright colors. Toothpaste also comes in many packages or styles. If your child really likes the pump toothpaste as opposed to the squeezable tube, then let him get his favorite kind. The more fun surrounding brushing your teeth, the more motivated your child will be. If it seems like your child is protesting a lot about brushing, implement a reward system and give him stars or tokens when he does it without arguing. There are many ways to encourage your child in positive behaviors. As a parent, you will know how to motivate your little one.

Parenting is primarily about preparing your child for adulthood. Giving him or her a foundation of excellent oral hygiene will ensure that he or she takes care of his smile. And, parents, this can save you a lot of money in the long run, when they do not need a lot of unpleasant dentist work.

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Periodontal Disease Treatment With Electronic Toothbrush

2010-10-31T11:45:00.000-07:00

Periodontal Disease Treatment With Electronic Toothbrush
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Matthew_Jeschke] Matthew Jeschke

Oral hygiene and regular maintenance has been a pride of mine. It's one thing I feel that if I keep on top of it I'll always have healthy teeth. Well despite my best efforts I still drew the short straw and was diagnosed with Periodontal Disease at the age of 28. Unfortunately it had progressed so much in such a short time that I was left with very little jaw bone to hold my teeth in place. Drastic measures had to be taken immediately lest I loose my teeth:(

My dentist and oral hygienist were quick to recommend an Oral B Electric Toothbrush. It was much more expensive than the cheaper alternatives yet well worth it. Turns out that a quality electronic toothbrush is much more rigorous in the cleaning of your teeth than a you could ever be by hand. Not to mention it is gentler on your teeth so you don't risk harming the enamel and or gum tissue.

After a year of brushing with an electronic toothbrush the results have been profound. My gums are healthier and never bleed when getting brushed. My teeth are whiter as the brush penetrates deeper and knocks loose more debris than manual brushing. And it's not only my word that backs up using an electric toothbrush. Countless studies have shown that consistent brushing with an electric toothbrush such as the Oral B Toothbrush has a positive impact on your oral health.

I have a hard time going back to manual brushing when I'm on business travel. I can immediately feel a difference in my mouth. Simply put using an electric brush feels like getting one of those routine teeth cleanings at your dentist every single night!

The brush was expensive up front. About $80 but honestly it saved me from thousands of dollars in expensive dental bills to fix my teeth should my periodontal disease have progressed. Not to mention all the pain of invasive oral procedures.

A couple extra notes my dentist gave me. He mentioned you should break your mouth into four equally sized sections. Then brush each section for 30 seconds a piece. Next he said only use a small pea sized dollop of toothpaste at each brushing. This is due to the abrasive nature of toothpaste which can actually harm your enamel if you use too much. Lastly, he said you should always replace your brush heads at least once every 3 months. This is because they go limp and can no longer maintain the force required to push loose the plaque and debris attached to your teeth.

Hope this was interesting to you. It's rather a conglomeration of my most recent experiences with oral health. I think that you'll really get some good value out of it and highly recommend trying a new tooth brush!

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ANUG (Acute Necrotizing Ulcerative Gingivitis) Or Trench Mouth

2010-10-31T11:43:00.000-07:00

ANUG (Acute Necrotizing Ulcerative Gingivitis) Or Trench Mouth
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Padmanabhan_Vaidyanathan] Padmanabhan Vaidyanathan

Overview

Trench mouth is a serious and painful dental condition that occurs due to very high bacterial infection of the gums because of which your gums are affected highly by swelling/ inflammation and also ulcers of the gingiva/gums; however this is rare and non-contagious. This condition also is known by other names - Vincent's disease and acute necrotizing ulcerative gingivitis (ANUG).

This condition can occur anytime in your life but it normally affects people below the age of 35. This condition affects mainly persons whose oral hygiene is poor because such people have high levels of bacteria that causes infection of the gums. This can be treated and cured easily; however if you leave it without any treatment it could cause serious damage not only to your mouth but also to your jawbones. ANUG is also seen in HIV individuals.

Some of the famous persons affected by ANUG were - American novelist William Styron, African American football player Ernie Davis and actress Marilyn Monroe.

Symptoms

The symptoms of Trench mouth are fetid odor (halitosis), pasty saliva, constant gnawing radiating pain that is intensified by eating spicy or hot foods and chewing, bleeding, red and swollen gums etc.

Causes

The prime reasons for ANUG are poor oral hygiene, smoking, stress, nutritional deficiency etc.

Treatment

ANUG treatment normally lasts for a period of two weeks to become effective. Some of the remedial measures for ANUG are salt water rinses, hydrogen peroxide rinses, OTC pain medication, antibiotics, brushing and flossing and professional dental cleaning.

Prevention

The primary reason for the occurrence of trench mouth in most of the cases is because of poor oral hygiene. Hence, this could be avoided by proper daily brushing, flossing and regular mouthwash treatment. Smoking is a major factor in getting trench mouth and should be avoided.

Good general health that includes proper nutrition and workouts
Good oral hygiene that includes brushing, flossing and regular professional cleaning
Coping up with stress
Discontinue smoking
Avoid irritants like hot or spicy foods.

Complications

It is highly essential that you take immediate necessary action for treating ANUG because this condition will not vanish on its own. The infection could spread to the whole mouth in case you don't take action for treatment thereby causing damage to the bone. Some of the complications are dehydration, loss of teeth, loss of tissue in the cheeks, lips or jawbone, pain, spread of infection and periodontitis. http://bangaloredentistonline.com/dental_faq_main/trench_mouth.htm gives details about the signs and symptoms, causes, treatments, prevention and complications related to ANUG/ trench mouth.

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Alcohol's Effect on Your Teeth & Gums

2010-10-31T11:41:00.000-07:00

Alcohol's Effect on Your Teeth & Gums
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Kyle_Kahveci]Kyle Kahveci

Alcohol, though enjoyable in a drunkard or even a connoisseur's intoxicated state, is known to not only waste internal organs - but teeth as well. Alcohol is a napalm bomb of sugars, which, when metabolized by the saliva in the mouth, almost turns immediately into plaque. And situation gets worse because almost every drunkard forgets to brush his/her teeth after drinking a bottle full of spirits.

Gin, rummy, wine, vodka, whiskey, brandy and all sorts of alcoholic concoctions (and not to mention beer) have high concentrations of sugar. Sweet wines that have found their way into the mainstream liquor market are also taking center stage in being the primary cause of plaque and tooth decay on binging adolescents and adults. Sugar is the sole catalyst in defining sweet wine from dry wine.

Grapes and apples are two of the primary ingredients used in wine. Both of these fruits, when fermented, convert sugar into alcohol. Some of the fruit will not be fermented, turning some of the extract into residual sugar, which is another danger to teeth, even at a measly 1% to 3% content - meaning not even dry wine is completely free from sugar. Winemakers have also been deliberately adding sugar (sucrose) to wine to boost its alcoholic content.

As mentioned earlier, alcohol gets metabolized into sugar, and then the sugar into plaque faster than you can wake up from a hangover. The basic knowledge that we salivate more during the course of the day than at night gives us the notion that drinking during daylight will likely speed up the deterioration of our teeth, regardless if we brush or not. In addition, the chances of contracting cancer are higher if the person is a day drinker, because the metabolism of the body is highest during the day.

Gum disease is also very rampant on alcohol drinkers. Middle-aged men are prone to periodontal disease, gingivitis and bad breath. The discouraging part is men brush their teeth only for a few minutes without even gargling thoroughly. Overnight liquor stains on teeth can't be scraped off with just a few brush strokes. If a drinking party can't be helped, be sure to bring alcohol-free mouthwash to the event. And to secure your dental health better, bring a toothbrush and toothpaste. It won't hurt to come prepared.

Wine has been an essential part of the lifestyle of many people and generations to come. It's a sinful treat to bust off a week's heavy workload. People like it. Women find it refreshing. Men indulge in it. Teenagers try every means to hitch it into a party. Old people enjoy wine-tasting. But beyond the commendation alcohol receives, it still gets no unanimous praise from the medical world - especially from dentists. So be warned.

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How to Recognize, Prevent and Treat Gum Disease

2010-10-31T11:38:00.000-07:00

How to Recognize, Prevent and Treat Gum Disease
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Simon_Wenley]Simon Wenley

Gum disease is a disease of inflammation. It is probably along with tooth decay, the most common infectious disease inflicting humans' worldwide. If your gums bleed when you brush your teeth or even eat crunchy foods then you have gum disease. If you have calculus behind your teeth - then this results in inflammation of the gums, forcing gum recession, bone loss, loose teeth and contributes to toxic load in the body.

What is gum disease?

Gum disease is:

1. Painless

2. Can affect your general health

3. Can result in losing your teeth from loss of bone (Periodontal Disease)

4. Can contribute to the overall toxic load to the body from the toxins of inflammation leading to early death most commonly from heart disease and stroke.

What causes gum disease?

It is simply caused by bacteria that build up on the teeth around the gum line. This bacterium is called plaque. Often this plaque absorbs calcium and phosphate "salts" dissolved in the saliva. This then forms a hard deposit called 'calculus' also known as 'Tarter'.

Gums that bleed are not normal

As a dentist I see this sort of picture nearly every day. Most people know they have this build up but think it is normal. They also know they have bleeding gums and because it is painless and occurs the entire time, think it is normal and healthy. IT IS NOT ONLY NOT NORMAL BUT VERY UNHEALTHY.

Teeth need to be brushed thoroughly

The crazy thing is plaque can be kept under control. Most of us are poor at brushing our teeth well. We go into automatic mode, walk around; some even brush their teeth in the shower to save time. Even if you think you are doing a good job by brushing twice a day, you may not being doing a thorough job. Very few of us, clean in-between their teeth on a daily basis with dental floss or special inter-dental spiral brushes or even dental wood sticks. If the plaque can be controlled then the 'tarter' will not form.

A good dentist is one who talks to his clients. Our job is to educate and inform. Doing a good job of keeping teeth clean requires "Coaching". We are creatures of habit when we brush we will miss in the same places every time, probably use the same number of brush strokes every time, spend the same amount of time every time. The fact is a dentist can get a bird's eye view of your teeth and see all the areas that are not cleaned. Let's change our view of how you regard your dentist. A good dentist is a "COACH" - a tooth coach.

Mouth rinses can resolve gum disease

The good news for many is that once the symptoms of gum disease (and tooth decay) are treated then the cause of the disease can be treated (Bad Bugs). There is a lot of current research being carried out in this field and a group of researchers from America have developed a program of mouth washes to shift the balance from the bad Bacteria to the good Bacteria. These mouth rinses are only available at dental surgeries. We now assess patients' risk factors. The risk groups are simply low, medium, high and extreme.

What are the major factors that cause gum disease?

It is established that plaque and tarter are the sole cause of Gum Disease. This is mainly due to poor dental hygiene i.e. not brushing and flossing teeth thoroughly. Sometimes using an electric tooth brush can change bad brushing habits. Or changing the brand of toothpaste - whatever it takes to clean teeth thoroughly will help to resolve gum disease.

There are however contributing co-factors that can make the disease process worse. Here is a list in no particular order:

1. Poor Nutritional status as in a heavy loading of refined carbohydrate and high GI foods e.g. sugary foods and foods made from refined white flour, processed foods and take-aways, sugary drinks and energy drinks.

2. Lack of some vitamins especially Vitamin D. Gums seem to be worse in the winter months when we don't get as much sunlight. Sunlight stimulates Vitamin D production. I recommend (and use myself) advanced quality broad-spectrum nutritional supplements to support your immune system and that contain the full spectrum of vitamins, chelated minerals, antioxidants including Vitamin D3.

3. Depression.

4. Diabetes both Type 1 and Type 2

5. Some medically prescribed drugs that can dry up saliva e.g some of the blood pressure tablets and anti-psychotic drugs as well as recreational drugs

6. Smoking - This is a big one

In conclusion gum disease is destructive and very unhealthy and can contribute to premature death. On a brighter note it is controllable with good home care and regular dental visits to a caring dentist to get re-motivated to start flossing again (that you gave up, after running out of dental floss, after you were fired up after your previous dental visit).

Go see your Dental Coach regularly. Don't put off your dental visit - regular check-ups save you money and needless pain.

Simon Wenley is a dentist in Auckland, New Zealand. He strives to educate people to make regular visits to his office to reduce the cost of dental care and to avoid pain. Simon recommends that you find a mercury-free dentist who uses intra-oral cameras and digital x-rays so that you can become involved with your oral health. For more articles and videos visit http://www.simonwenley.com

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The Best Mouth Washes For Gingivitis

2010-10-31T11:32:00.000-07:00

The Best Mouth Washes For Gingivitis
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Tracy_Menu]Tracy Menu

In the treatment of gingivitis, getting back on track with a good oral health care program is a must. Gum disease treatment will be prescribed by your health care practitioner, but among the things you're going to have to do to protect your oral health will be to use a good mouthwash that will treat your gingivitis so that bone loss and gum recession are minimized, if not eliminated.

In the treatment of gingivitis, which is the best mouthwash to use, though? Here are five considered to be very effective; you should also ask your health care practitioner to recommend one to you.

Essential oil over-the-counter mouthwashes
Popular mouthwashes like Listerine and its generic equivalents contain essential oils that are antibacterial in nature, kill germs, and help prevent or eliminate gingivitis. As stated above, these mouthwashes can be used in gum disease treatment and can be purchased over the counter. For best results, they should be used twice a day, usually, since they don't have what's called substantivity. That is, the active agent isn't retained in the mouth over a long period of time so that it continues to have good effects.

Pre-brushing mouth rinses
You can buy or be prescribed prebrushing mouth rinses that will help remove plaque and kill germs. They contain sodium benzoate and are 7.5% alcohol; they work by removing plaque from the teeth during brushing, to a greater degree than brushing alone can do. These can be used in conjunction with after-brushing essential oil rinses as described above.

Stannous fluoride mouth rinses
Stannous fluoride mouth rinses are twofold, in that they are both anti-plaque, anti-gingivitis, and contain fluoride to prevent tooth decay. This can be beneficial, because oftentimes, with gingivitis, some gum erosion is present such that tooth surfaces are exposed. Stannous fluoride rinses can help prevent the formation of cavities both in the exposed root areas of the teeth and in above gum tooth surfaces. These have substantivity, in that they remain on tooth surfaces, and are also antibacterial. Some of them may need a prescription, while others over the counter.

Chlorhexidine gluconate
Chlorhexidine gluconate can only be gotten through prescription, but it's a very effective anti-gingivitis mouth rinse that can help prevent progression and in some cases reverse gum disease.

Hydrogen peroxide
3% hydrogen peroxide can be gotten over the counter and in some cases can be very effective at reducing inflammation. With hydrogen peroxide, oxygen is released into gum tissues, zapping infection and promoting healing. Your health care practitioner should advise you on hydrogen peroxide's home use, since improper use can cause further tissue damage, rather than alleviating it. Some experts have also said that prolonged use can cause an increase in cancer risk. Nonetheless, as a short-term treatment, most consider it to be very effective as long as it's used properly and diluted as necessary in the treatment of gingivitis.

Remember that proper treatment of gum disease can literally save your teeth and your smile. Take the necessary precautions now, if you are suffering from gingivitis; your smile is too important to lose.

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Toothbrush - An Overview

2010-10-31T11:30:00.000-07:00

Toothbrush - An Overview
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Gancho_Shefa] Gancho Shefa

Most of the people nowadays are using toothbrush or tandbørste to clean their teeth from tartar, residue and plaque. But most of the time people still get tooth decay and other dental problems because of poor oral hygiene. People that develop dental problems are resulted from forgetting to brush their teeth regularly. It can happen during times at rush hours, waking up late in the morning or too much fun from an event that a person forgets the basic routine to follow.

Some of the people though are wondering how toothbrush came to be. One surprising thing is the toothbrush that is usually seen today is not how it looks like before. It is a result of the evolution and innovation for the convenient of people.

At first it was chewing-sticks and they are used by the Babylonians early 3500 BC. In the ancient Roman and Greek literature it even mentions using toothpicks - which they chewed to help remove residue and clean the mouth and teeth.
Toothpicks then evolved into the size of a pencil. The other end was chewed on until it becomes soft like that of a brush and the other is pointed which helps pick and remove food particles or residue on and in between the teeth. The twigs that were used in this era were from trees with aromatic components that helps clean the teeth and freshens it. It was mentioned in the early Chinese literature in the year 1600 BC.
The Chinese during the 15th century invented the first toothbrush but not the same look with the modern toothbrush or tandbørste of today. The brush was made out of the hair of a wild Siberian boar and then later this toothbrush was brought to the continent of Europe by travelers. The western people find the toothbrush too hard and stiff so they prefer using the brush with bristles made from horse hairs.
The French dentist upheld the use of toothbrush during the 17th and 18th centuries. The first mass-produced toothbrush was created by William Adis from England. Until then his descendants continued and made the finest toothbrushes in Europe. The handles were made from the bones of the cattle and heads had natural bristles that were stuck in place by a very thin wire.
Nylon was then introduced in the year 1937 by Wallace Carothers and then the nylon was used as bristles on the head of the toothbrush.
The first electric toothbrush was created in Switzerland in the year 1937 for the sole purpose of patients who have movement inability to brush their teeth using their hands. Battery powered toothbrushes were created by General Electric and captured the attention of the public.

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Replace Amalgam Fillings With Ceramic Inlays

2010-10-31T11:28:00.000-07:00

Replace Amalgam Fillings With Ceramic Inlays
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Zoran_Spirov]Zoran Spirov

A ceramic inlay is a ceramic tooth filling produced in a dental laboratory that is used to treat damage caused by cavities.

Unlike plastic fillings, ceramic inlays are difficult to differentiate from the rest of the teeth.

Replacement of Amalgam Fillings with Ceramic Inlays

The replacement process begins by removing the old amalgam fillings, using water to cool the teeth so that they do not overheat. A magnifying glass is used when extracting the fillings to make sure that as minimal amount as possible of the healthy tooth is removed. Dark discolorations under the fillings can be caused by the amalgam fillings, and do not need to be removed.

After the fillings are removed, the cavity detector is applied and then rinsed away to make sure that the cavity was completely removed. Now, the cut is performed and the edges roughed up using an Arkansas stone, which ensures a better fit for the ceramic inlays. Before the imprint is taken, another sealant is applied, rinsed out after the appropriate exposure time, and the imprint is taken.

A magnifying glass is also used on the imprint to check that the tooth and preparation edges are clearly visible.

One Week after Replacement with Ceramic Inlays

One week after the old fillings are extracted, the ceramic inlays can be inserted into the mouth of the patient. The teeth are covered by a temporary denture, as well as protected from saliva and the tongue using a coffer dam. Ceramic inlays need to be glued, a process known as bonding. Bonding is a complicated procedure, since ceramic glues are very sensitive to moisture when hardening.

The temporary dentures are removed and the ceramic inlays inserted. A magnifying glass is used to check whether the fit is good. Then, the tooth stump is cleansed using special polishing pastes. Once the stumps have dried, the blue etching gel is applied, first to the enamel. After some time has passed, the etching gel is applied to the dentine, and then rinsed thoroughly with water. Now the tooth is treated using various chemicals and allowed to dry between each application. The dentist must work carefully and observe the exposure times specified by the manufacturer, a good dentist usually uses a stop-watch.

Glue is then applied, the best kind being a 2-phase glue, which is mixed shortly before gluing and then begins to solidify. A lamp can be used to speed up this process. Using a 2-phase glue may be more complicated, but has the advantage that even if not all areas of the glue solidified under the lamp, they will still continue the process after the lamp is switched off. Glues that harden only under lamplight may never do so completely, and glue that is not completely solid can be toxic for the tooth, resulting in toothaches and the need for root treatment.

Now the ceramic inlay is inserted, allowed to harden partially under the lamp, after which excess glue is removed. Finally a glycerin gel is applied, which makes the glue harden at the edges as well, which it does only in the absence of oxygen - which is what the gel is used for.

After hardening, the teeth are polished, since smooth surfaces provide fewer footholds for cavity bacteria. Ideally, even a dentist should not be able to recognize the glued edge - ceramic inlays offer an excellent method of repairing teeth - assuming the proper guidelines are observed.

Irrespective of the material used, there are three different types of fillings: Inlays, onlays and overlays.

These differ in terms of size. Inlays do not touch the opposing tooth. If they do, they are known as onlays. If a tooth is "covered" by a filling, this is known as an overlay. But the term usually used is inlays.

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Dental Periodontal Disease Linked To Heart Disease and Premature Births

2010-10-31T11:26:00.000-07:00

Dental Periodontal Disease Linked To Heart Disease and Premature Births
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Alison_Graham]Alison Graham

Dental Periodontal Disease or Gum Disease has been in the news a lot recently. This is because of the surprising links discovered between this condition and other medical problems. These results are both surprising and shocking and highlight the need for taking care of our dental health in order to avoid other medical problems.

Research in the USA and at European Universities found that people with serious periodontal disease, very poor dental health, were twice as likely to have serious coronary artery disease as those who did not.

In pregnant women, severe periodontal gum disease can lead to premature birth, or even still birth. It was in February 2010 in the Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology that this made headlines in the USA.

In the UK, in April 2010, the British Dental Foundation again highlighted this problem. They stated that by giving preventative treatment in cases of severe gum disease in pregnant women, they could help to avoid some premature births.

It is certain that genetics plays some part in who will get gum disease and who will not. However, in light of the findings about links to heart disease, premature births and other conditions such as diabetes and stroke, we should all be vigilant when it comes to our dental health.

If you have any bleeding when flossing or brushing your teeth, or you have noticed that your gums seem to be receding, you may have gum disease. You should speak to your dentist who will advise you on how to improve your gum health. Having healthy gums may be far more important to our general health than previously realised.

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Baby Teeth - An Overview

2010-10-31T11:24:00.000-07:00

Baby Teeth - An Overview
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Gancho_Shefa] Gancho Shefa

Baby teeth are said to be designed that will last for six to twelve years. These milk Teeth (Mælketænder) contributes to the growth and total development for a healthy child. A disease free status is their function to each child. The children' teeth will help in the child's speech development to a proper one. Their tongue creates a certain sounds and voice with help of the milk teeth's presence. In every individual digestion really begins and starts from the mouth. With a healthy diet will me chewed with their back and front baby teeth as well as crunching. Your food will be properly masticated in your mouth; your stomach will continue the digestion for nourishments.

Here are some things you should know about milk teeth:

A healthy baby teeth leads to a healthy mouth and will give a good child smile and great self esteem.

If your kids tooth is decayed or with cavities, the process of such disease can or might lead to infection and even a child's death. A dental or oral decay is a disease that is progressive and must be treated. But in advance decay or cavities this will result to infections. And if the infection is prolonged, the infections will find such pathways to their brain and will cause there death.

If your child has unhealthy teeth, then their mouth is unhealthy and a smelly mouth. Bad and good bacteria's will thrive in their oral or dental cavities. Then their germs will multiply fast and then will produce many wastes then rot and will create a very foul smell. A waste produces acids that contribute to the demineralization of your kids enamel. Very young child can develop decays or cavities first in their upper front teeth.

Baby Teeth (Mælketænder) reserve a good space until such time of permanent teeth erupts in their mouth. This is one very important role of baby teeth. If your kid baby tooth is prematurely missing then the permanent teeth eruption sequence will suffer and might lead to a high chance of crooked or crowding teeth.

Then you must take good care of your children's baby teeth because most of the baby teeth diseases are preventable and are not painful at early stage but are very expensive to restore baby teeth. Your children should have a good schedule in dentist appointments to help you be guided in the growth of your kids.

You should start cleaning your baby or your kid's mouth even doesn't have their baby teeth. Just gently wipe the baby or kids mouth with any soft rag or even gauze. With your practice this will condition your kids to keep their mouth clean as they grow older and bigger.

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Dentists - 5 Reasons to Go

2010-10-28T22:03:00.000-07:00

Dentists - 5 Reasons to Go
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Andrea_Avery] Andrea Avery

Dentists are crucial health care professionals that should be seen on a regular basis. Oral health care is not something that should be put on the back burner and seen as a luxury. So many individuals do not have dental insurance and think their teeth are not such a big deal. This is a wrong assumption! Regular dental care is an important piece in one's overall healthy lifestyle plan. Here are 5 reasons to go to your dentist:

1) Teeth aren't the only thing they look at: That's right; the dental professionals are not just looking at your pearly whites. Many diseases that aren't tooth related may first show signs within a person's mouth. The oral docs, their assistants and hygienists look for an array of red flags. Cancer, drug or alcohol problems, sexually transmitted diseases, TMJ and osteoporosis can all rear their ugly heads with signs inside a patient's mouth.

2) Not just the enamel: The tooth enamel is what a person can see above the surface of the gum, but there's much more below that surface. Nerves, arterial pathways, fibrous tissue and roots lie beneath the gum and play a big part in the health and longevity of each tooth over your lifetime. Infections and other problems can occur in this relatively invisible region, as well.

3) For the unborn baby: Did you know that unresolved tooth decay in a pregnant woman can lead to premature birth? It's true and an important aspect for mommies-to-be to think about. Having an infant born prematurely can lead to an array of health difficulties for that child throughout his or her life. Developmental delays and other issues are much more prevalent in preemies. If an infant is born too soon before the due date, they may not even survive. Pregnant moms need to see their dental practitioner during their pregnancy.

4) Cosmetics are more than appearance: Did you know that the way a person looks affects all aspects of their life? If a person hates the way his or her teeth appear, he or she may try to keep them from public view. This translates to fewer smiles and conversations. Without smiling and talking, a person's social circle becomes limited. Their employment picture may become dimmer, as well. When a person is always guarding their mouth, it wears on them and their life begins to shrink. Having a mouthful of well cared for and attractive pearly whites can make a person feel great about themselves and life in general. Whitening, bleaching, straightening, capping and applying veneers for a smooth surface are all services that enhance appearance to improve the quality of a person's existence.

5) Tooth decay can lead to trouble: Decaying problems inside of one's mouth can lead to chronic body infections close to the brain, complications of diabetes, heart disease, clogged arteries and more.

Dentists are extremely important preventative practitioners for our whole body's wellness. Babies through senior citizens all should be seen on a regular basis in order to keep their teeth, gums, mouths and entire physiques healthy. Make an appointment today.

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6 Useful Tips That Help You Prevent Bad Breath!

2010-10-28T22:02:00.000-07:00

6 Useful Tips That Help You Prevent Bad Breath!
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Tyler_Simpson] Tyler Simpson

Halitosis (bad breath) is a common occurrence in society. Many people are plagued by a bad breath problem. Some of them probably don't even realise that they have this problem to begin with. I recall a former co-worker whom I had a good relationship with, but I also remember quite clearly the odor of his breath. His toxic and smelly breath repulsed me at times and made me back off and keep my distance whenever he was in close proximity. I even had to hold my breath to avoid inhaling the odor. I worked with this guy for a couple of years, but he never got rid of it during the entire time. So he never seemed to know he had a problem to begin with. I even gave him some of my chewing gum in a subtle way so as not to appear rude or to be giving a blatant hint. I don't think he ever took the hint though.

I am sure some of you can relate to this kind of experience. If you aren't conscious of the problem in the first place how are you going to know that you need to take action to alleviate it? If you are aware and honest you have the ability to move toward a solution. As the reader you can learn how to control and avoid a bad breath problem and effectively do your part to reduce the prevalence of this nuisance.

Combat Bad Breath

1. Bad breath is a condition that can be avoided. One of the things that you can do is to ensure you practice regular oral hygiene. Brushing and flossing twice a day is a simple but effective way to prevent the build up of halitosis causing bacteria inside your mouth.

2. To completely clean your mouth and make your breath fresher, it is recommended that you use mouth wash. Since brushing and flossing alone do not completely cleanse your mouth of bad bacteria, a rinse with mouth wash helps flush away any debris left around the lining of the mouth and tongue.

3. Tongue scraping is also a great way to prevent bacteria from reproducing and breeding out of control in the mouth. People forget that the tongue is a breeding ground for producing bad bacteria and it is often neglected when it comes to maintaining oral hygiene.

4. Keeping your mouth hydrated by drinking water all throughout the day helps keep the mouth moist and prevents "dry mouth". If there is adequate saliva in the mouth it is able to neutralize the presence of bad bacteria compounds.

5. Checking with your dentist is a great idea if you are unable to get the problem under control. If bad breath continues long after this, there is something wrong with you medically. If this is the case, then the right person to diagnose and provide treatment for your condition is your physician.

6. Another alternative is to check out some of the more effective halitosis treatments on the internet. Some of these products are very effective in eliminating bad breath. A good product to treat halitosis is one that includes homeopathic and natural herbal ingredients. With consistent and regular usage, this kind of product will help improve breath freshness and promote good overall oral hygiene. In addition, these kinds of products are safe and help support the throat, mouth and digestive tracts and bolster the capacity of these systems to function normally.

So, if you are faced with a bad breath problem or you are able to be honest with someone who has one, keep in mind these useful tips to help prevent bad breath.

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Should You Use Hydrogen Peroxide Teeth Whitening to Whiten Your Teeth?

2010-10-28T22:00:00.000-07:00

Should You Use Hydrogen Peroxide Teeth Whitening to Whiten Your Teeth?
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Jamie_Hawkings] Jamie Hawkings

Dental treatments for whiter teeth can cost a small fortune, but there's at least one effective method that is very affordable. Hydrogen peroxide can be used in teeth whitening. It is a very weak acid with oxidizing properties and is used as a bleaching agent. Hydrogen peroxide is often found in toothpaste as well as disinfectants and mouth washes. You may find that hydrogen peroxide teeth whitening is the best method for you.

Many commercially available whitening products containing hydrogen peroxide are available, but you can also formulate your own home remedy. Peroxide has been routinely used for years to whiten teeth and is considered to be effective and safe by the American Dental Association. A typical teeth whitening solution may contain 3% to 10% hydrogen peroxide and exhibit varying degrees of effectiveness. Some people may experience sensitivity to peroxide, especially in the gum area. There may be some discomfort or a temporary burning sensation that ceases once the peroxide solution is rinsed out.

You can prepare your own whitening product by combining baking soda with enough hydrogen peroxide to form a thick paste. If you like, you can add a bit of toothpaste to make the mixture more pleasant to brush with. You can also mix in a small amount of table salt. Use this mixture once or twice a week in place of regular toothpaste. Be sure not to swallow the mixture. For more whitening effect, rinse your mouth with a mild 3% peroxide solution after brushing.

Over-the-counter teeth whitening kits containing carbamide peroxide are also available in many groceries and drugstores. These products can provide faster results and are generally more pleasant to use. They also produce longer-lasting whitening benefits. Whitening kits include gels, trays and strips. For best results, brush your teeth before using the kit. Also, make sure the hydrogen peroxide content is more than 20%.

If you are looking for rapid results, you may opt for a teeth whitening treatment at a dental office. This method uses a higher concentration of bleaching agents and must be done by a dental health practitioner. Dental office treatments are more expensive than do-it-yourself teeth whitening methods but they can be much more effective.

Keep in mind that hydrogen peroxide will not whiten teeth that have had previous dental work, including artificial teeth and fillings. This is because the peroxide cannot penetrate the surface layers to remove the stains. However, this type of teeth whitening has been proven to work for many people and you can expect it to work just as well for you. [http://cheapteethwhitening.org/does-the-idol-white-teeth-whitening-pen-really-work/]CLICK HERE to get one of the [http://cheapteethwhitening.org/does-the-idol-white-teeth-whitening-pen-really-work/]best at home teeth whitening products available!

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Cheap Teeth Whitening to Give You Celebrity White Teeth in No Time at All From the Comfort of Home

2010-10-28T21:59:00.000-07:00

Cheap Teeth Whitening to Give You Celebrity White Teeth in No Time at All From the Comfort of Home
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Nancy_Nusbaum] Nancy Nusbaum

Do you suffer from stained teeth? If so then you're definitely not alone. Thousands of individuals do not celebrity white teeth either but also don't have the means to fork out lots of money in dentist bills which is why they look for cheap teeth whitening solutions. Having discolored teeth is rather common especially for those who smoke, but it sure makes a big impression on your overall appearance and how you feel about yourself.

People around you can tell the lack of confidence in your body when you shy away from smiling wide or seem uncomfortable when one stares directly at you. But that is okay because there are many ways to fix this issue. If you'd like to whiten your teeth at home, then here are some cheap teeth whitening to try out:

- Using baking soda every night for 30 days. You simply mix with water and brush it on your teeth.
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How to Love Your Dentist

2010-10-26T13:34:00.000-07:00

How to Love Your Dentist
By http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=J._Must J. Must

If you have a toothache that is bad enough for long enough, you will love your dentist. Necessity is a great motivator and friendship maker. The secret to not being afraid to see your dentist is to see them regularly. Whether it is the fact that distance doesn't make teeth grow fonder or the obvious one of looking after your teeth on a regular basis that improves your relationship with them; it works, and is by far the recommended course of action.

Many people are afraid of a visit to the Dentist. One could say in many cases the idea of a visit to the dentist puts one's teeth on edge and can hit a nerve. It is because many people who hesitate visiting their dentist today do so because of bad experiences. It only takes one bad experience for most people because when the dentist has hit an exposed nerve and you feel it, it is something to make you remember.

Today though, many dentists don't do a procedure without giving a pain killer first. But depending on where they insert the needle to numb everything, this in itself can be a painful experience and just remembering it can make your eyes water all over again.

If you are fortunate enough to have a dentist who understands this fear, they will have some 'good stuff' handy first to numb the gum before they give you the injection. Even so, there are still many people who are so fearful of visiting a dentist they put it off indefinitely and well beyond being able to repair any teeth in need of repair and all a dentist can do is to remove them. This is a terrible situation for a person simply because false teeth are never nearly as good as those God gave us even if we can afford them. A full plate is expensive to buy and is often difficult to fit comfortably.

The answer to this dilemma for dentists is to get people to visit them before a patient needs to have their teeth removed. Some dentists today now practise sleep-dentistry and have implemented this system into their dental practise. A sleep dentist will perform all the necessary work on your teeth while you sleep.

Once upon a time the only way you could have your teeth fixed while you slept was under a general anaesthetic in a hospital. Today, these procedures are carried out in well-equipped dental surgery that are specially set up for this dental procedure.

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Bruxism And TMJ Cure - How To Treat Bruxism And Stop Teeth Grinding

2010-10-26T13:30:00.000-07:00

Bruxism And TMJ Cure - How To Treat Bruxism And Stop Teeth Grinding
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Do you grind your teeth when you sleep or unconsciously when you are awake? Do you know this is a disorder? Do you also know that this disorder can lead to several other disorders? One of the resulting disorders is Temporomandibular Joint disorder, simply known as TMJ. This condition is so painful and uncomfortable for the sufferer, and it can also disturbing for those that are around the sufferer because of the grinding noise it makes. There are now TMJ cures that are cost-effective and natural in nature.

Teeth grinding, also known as bruxism, can lead to a number of secondary conditions such as broken tooth, headache, depression, eating disorders etc. These symptoms can be sometimes unbearable and may need an immediate medical intervention to relief the pains but luckily you can treat bruxism by putting into practice some natural methods that can be used at home.

Most people think teeth grinding is an unconscious act but researchers have been able to prove that it is a habit that can be developed unconsciously over time. It can therefore be treated just has you would take care of any other habitual behavior.

The functioning of the natural methods of TMJ cures is based on the source of the illness. Bruxism can be caused by anxiety and digestive disorders. Although, the disorder is not directly linked to these causes but those who are into the habit of teeth grinding have a source which must be the target of any treatment.

Unfortunately, most of the TMJ cures available are not based on the treatment of the source of the disorder itself but it only tries to solve the disorder directly. The use of mouth splint is one of the most common ways of treating bruxism. It prevents the upper and lower sets of teeth from making contact so that grinding of the teeth may not be possible. The disadvantage of this method is that splints can be very uncomfortable to use because it is not a natural part of the mouth. Through constant use, these mouth guards will deteriorate and there will be cause for you to replace it. This will cost you several dollars. The best way to stop teeth grinding is then through natural ways that will cost you little or nothing.

One very simple and natural way to prevent grinding of the teeth is by consciously putting a stop to it. Another very potent way for TMJ cure is by changing your diet to foods that can solve this problem from its root.

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Habits That Ruin Your Teeth

2010-10-26T13:28:00.000-07:00

Habits That Ruin Your Teeth
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Brushing your teeth regularly may only account for 30% of the total structure your teeth has today. Whether you brush thoroughly or floss precisely, teeth are still on the verge of getting cavities if you overlook these simple hazards that contribute to the rapid deterioration of the teeth.

Brush Your Teeth After Meals

It's a must. Actually, brushing your teeth thoroughly after each meal is a very good way of stopping bacteria from infiltrating deeper portions of your teeth and gums.

But take caution: do not brush your teeth immediately after eating or drinking anything citric or acidic. Once the teeth come into contact with acidic elements, the enamel (or the outermost layer) of the tooth softens and is prone to abrasion caused by immediate brushing. Wait 15 to 30 minutes before brushing your teeth.

Are You Using the Right Toothbrush?

Toothbrushes are a vital investment in oral hygienic - meaning you'll have to pick out a good one to ensure optimal cleaning for your teeth. Oral-B and Colgate toothbrushes are dentist-recommend. Don't rely on other cheaper brands just because they promise the same "effectiveness" leading brands have. A good, soft-bristled toothbrush will only a set you back a few dollars, but will offer you six months of reliable protection from cavity.

Important Note: Do not brush your teeth horizontally, as it tends to have an abrasive effect on the enamel, thereby leaving your teeth vulnerable and somehow brittle. Brushing them vertically will decrease the likeliness of enamel abrasion.

If you are wearing braces, use a specialized toothbrush designed specifically for braces and focus on intensive flossing.

Do You Eat Too Much of the Bad Stuff?

Regardless of whether or not you're brushing your teeth 24/7, chewing on a candy bar continuously for 15 minutes is enough to give your teeth a generous coating of plaque. Like most dentists say, "Forget the medication, all you have to think about is prevention."

Keep yourself stoked on healthy foods like fruits, vegetables, and anything that doesn't require too much chewing and gnawing. Hard-to-chew foods most of the time don't contain too much acid or sugar, but they can cause your molars to crack over time.

Do You Sip Too Much Colored Fluids?

Coffee, soft drinks, iced tea, and most artificially flavored beverages (not to mention alcoholic drinks) ultimately constitute to the long-term damage on the teeth. You may not know it, but even though you've stopped munching on those chocolate bars and started a healthy dietary regimen with green tea does not mean your teeth are out of the woods.

Water is better - always better...and there's no better substitute. The pH levels of water are finely attuned to the pH levels of our mouth. It's good to get juices for their vitamin and mineral content, but when water's got it all made for you - why settle for anything else?

Frequent Burps or Acid Reflux

The abnormal reflux in the esophagus may push back acids from the stomach back into the mouth, making your tooth enamel more prone to abrasion because of the tumultuous levels of digestive acid.

To prevent frequent acid refluxes by: starting to maintain your weight by regular exercises, eating cautious amounts of foods, and stopping the ridiculous habit of smoking.

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Three Teeth Whitening Techniques - Toothpaste, Gel and Professional

2010-10-20T00:16:00.000-07:00

Three Teeth Whitening Techniques - Toothpaste, Gel and Professional
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When you are looking for a great way to whiten your teeth and get the brighter, more confident smile you've always dreamed of there are many different teeth whitening techniques to consider before choosing which the right one for you are. The first thing to consider is the level of whitening you need and what your overall oral health care is like. If you have mild to moderate whitening needs then you can consider one of the many at home whitening products and likely find the results you are looking for in a reasonable amount of time. For those with severe whitening needs and poor oral health, it's best to work with a professional on your whitening needs to make sure you reach the desired level of whitening and improve the health of your mouth at the same time. Whitening toothpastes is just one of the whitening products available. It's reasonable in price and can offer minimal whitening when used consistently.

Another at home technique is to use one of the many whitening gel based products that are available. This gel can be found on a variety of whitening products, meaning you can choose the best application method for you and your lifestyle. These application methods include the brush on application, strips, trays or combo packs. No matter what your whitening needs there is a gel based whitening product for you. These are cost-effective and can bring about amazing results all in the comfort of your own home.

The third of the teeth brightening techniques to discuss is the professional whitening treatments. As mentioned, these are for those who will likely not benefit from at home whitening treatments or for those who want instant, professional results. The downside of professional whitening treatments is the inconvenience of multiple in-office treatments and the high cost of each whitening treatment. Most dental insurance companies do not cover teeth whitening, so you should also take this into consideration when considering professional teeth whitening. You can find a method perfect for you among these three teeth brightening techniques.

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What is the Best Teeth Whitening System?

2010-10-20T00:13:00.000-07:00

What is the Best Teeth Whitening System?
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When you are considering which is the best teeth whitening system to use you must first analyze and decide on the level of whitening you need. You must have good overall oral health and only need mild to moderate teeth whitening in order to be successful with the at home whitening systems. There are a number of systems that you can use in the comfort of your own home to whiten your teeth, but you need to consider them all before making a choice. At home whitening systems can be costly, but will never be as expensive as professional whitening treatments that will need to be done over multiple visits and is not covered by most dental insurance plans.

Of the whitening systems available at the kits and light systems, which are at the top of the teeth whitening product listings for at home use. The whitening kits are made up of a combination of the whitening trays with gel based whitening agent and the after product which is often a rinse or whitening toothpaste. The reason the kits are more successful is because of the two step process which allows for a maximum level of whitening agents to stay in contact with your teeth for the longest time possible. This is how you can get professional looking results in the comfort of your own home. This is also one of the most cost-effective and readily available products to use for at home teeth whitening.

The lights are much more expensive and can generally only be purchased online or through specialty shops or your dentist. They are much more expensive, but also give you the best results possible as they are the most similar to professional treatments. You should talk with your dentist to learn how to use them the most effective way and get the results you are looking for. You can get the whiter, brighter smile you're looking for from an at home teeth whitening system when you take the time to find the right whitening system for your whitening needs and budgets.

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Dental Whitening - The Options

2010-10-20T00:09:00.000-07:00

Dental Whitening - The Options
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Do you have teeth that are yellowing or plain yellow? You brush it and it doesn't help. You need dental whitening! In this article, discover the different options available to you, and discover how you can get the best!

There are many different options that exist that will enable you to get sparkling white teeth, and the good news is that you can use it to shave off years of all the grime and dirt that has built up.

You see, over the years, your teeth discolor. And if you are a smoker, then you will find that you have this yellowing more pronounced. There needs to be a solution, and dental whitening is the best idea!

There are a few options out there. For example, you have a few options at dentists performing the treatment, and then there are also home dental whitening kits, which you can use to get the job done, and get sparkling white teeth.

Whatever you do, getting dental whitening through a dentist makes the most difference. And if you consider the dental whitening kits for home, they don't compare with what the dentist can do, and further there is less damage.

When you go through a dentist, you will have options for bleach teeth whitening options, and then there is the option of laser tooth whitening, and this can be a great idea, as it is the best form of treatment. When you get laser tooth whitening through a dentist, you can be sure of the least damage, and the best cleaning.

The laser tooth whitening option though is more expensive, but well worth it.

The bleaching options are cheaper though. If you can afford laser tooth whitening, I suggest it though. Try researching prices, because you can find some amazing options out there.

Another thing that you can do, is to go through and buy a home tooth whitening kit. There are many on the market. But, you must remember that these are bleaching kits, and they can do a little damage to the gum. So, make sure to follow instructions and rinse thoroughly.

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How To Clean Yellow Teeth

2010-10-20T00:07:00.001-07:00

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Do you have yellow teeth? Do you want a solution that can make all the difference? In this article, you will soon discover information that can make your teeth sparkle as new again! The first thing to remember is that with years of use, the teeth can get stained. If you smoke, then this process happens quicker and more pronounced, and this again happens if you drink a lot of tea or coffee.

There needs to be solutions. Many people are not smiling as much because of this problem. We need more smiling people, and having sparkling white teeth is the way to do it! The first thing that you need to do, is to know your options.

Did you know that your local dentist likely offers the best treatment for tooth whitening? Many dentists now offer a bleaching solution, which is a great idea, if you want to save, and then there is the option of getting the best treatment possible - laser tooth whitening. What makes laser tooth whitening so great, is that it does the least damage to your teeth and gum line. So, how do you get this treatment done?

I have found that you can go through the Internet and find many great options. There are many out there, and the good news with researching online, is that you can find this treatment for cheaper, and you can learn more about the treatment on the web sites! As such, you can be sure to select the best options, and then get sparkling white teeth again!

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Why Visiting A Dentist Could Save Your Life

2010-10-18T10:28:00.000-07:00

Why Visiting A Dentist Could Save Your Life
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It's widely known that when it comes to finding a world-class dentist London is one of the best places to go, and certainly those people who live in or near the capital are in an excellent position to be able to benefit from some of the best dental care in the country.

But a very strange statistic is that in the UK less than half of those people who live in or near London visit a dentist every year. The same picture is true across the country, with around half of the country failing to visit a dentist regularly.

This in itself might be of some concern, since oral hygiene and health ought to be considered of more importance, but there is a very serious side to failing to visit a dentist, London or anywhere else in the UK for that matter, because the truth is that your very life may well depend upon it.

That may seem like a rather bold statement is to make, and many people assume that visiting a dentist is simply about having your teeth thoroughly cleaned, checked, any old fillings replaced, crowns fitted or having other bits of work done. Very few of us relish the idea of sitting back in the dentist's chair, opening wide and then letting the dentist loses in our mouths with a selection of tools that look as though they been picked up from a local DIY store.

But not only is modern dentistry very much more sophisticated and patient oriented than it may well have been years ago, and certainly when it comes to visiting a dentist, London has extremely sophisticated dental surgeries now, visiting the dentist regularly is about much more that simply a few fillings, sorting out a bit of a plaque buildup, or checking one of two old crowns. Your dentist could well save your life, but only if you turn up on a regular basis.

So what is this all about, saving lives? The uncomfortable and unpleasant truth is that mouth cancer, or oral cancer, is one of the fastest growing forms of cancer in the UK, especially amongst younger people. A great deal of attention is spent each year on cervical cancer, and a great deal of attention is spent on testicular cancer as well, yet in the UK mouth cancer kills more people than cervical cancer and testicular cancer combined.

Often it is the case that the first you know that there is something wrong in your mouth, it's already too late to treat it with a reasonable probability of success. However, because your dentist is able to check your mouth thoroughly, they will carry out checks, and will almost certainly be able to identify any potential problems early enough that they can be treated. It really can be the case that visiting a dentist, London, could save your life, and not just your smile.

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Dentist - How To Naturally Relieve A Toothache At Home

2010-10-18T10:27:00.000-07:00

Dentist - How To Naturally Relieve A Toothache At Home
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Andrew_Stratton]Andrew Stratton

Many of us would just as soon avoid going to the dentist's office altogether, but despite pressing an ice pack on your face all day, that molar in the back of your jaw just will not stop hurting, will it? Well, if you are suffering from dental aches and pains and want to save an appointment with an oral professional as your last resort, there is a solution for you. Read below for a pair of totally natural, easy to make, home remedies for tooth aches.

The ingredients for this reliever are simple enough, as you will need the following: some q-tips, cotton balls, ground cloves, and clove oil. After rounding up these key elements, the first thing you need to do is clean the tooth in question. Gently brush it, with just water, until it is nice and smooth. Some types of toothpaste, believe it or not, actually contain small amounts of sugar and can worsen your problem.

Now, take a single cotton ball and wet it with the clove oil. This oil is commonly found at most health food grocery stores. Place the cotton ball in your mouth where the pain is and gently bite down. Clove oil is fairly potent, so it is good idea to spit out any excess oil. You may feel some relief right away, but continue to bite down on the cotton ball for about 15 minutes to allow for numbing to occur.

If you do not have clove oil, or are unable to find it at the grocery store, you can use ground cloves, as these work just as well. Pour out a teaspoon's worth and mix with a small amount of water, so as to create a paste. Then, take a q-tip and apply the mixture to the area to rid it of discomfort. This method will create the same numbing qualities as the above remedy, and may take about the same amount of time for its effects to occur.

These recipes for pain relief are simple enough to make, require little to no time, and are definite money savers. Often times the best treatments for common ailments are easy to prepare, as the ingredients necessary may very well be in your kitchen cabinet. However, this method is by no means a permanent treatment for a cavity or any other serious dental issue.

If your mouth pain only subsides after using these methods and continues to cause you to suffer, then you may have to bite the bullet and make that appointment to the dentist's office, after all. It may not be your favorite way to spend time, but not addressing chronic tooth pain can lead to far more serious health issues, depending on the type of ailment.

Today, some dentists actually have techniques to deal with common problems, such as cavities, without having to use a drill at all. It is all about taking care of a problem early on and not allowing it to persist. The trip to the dentist may not be nearly as bad as you think.

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Find The Best Dentist - 5 Points That Will Guide You

2010-10-18T10:25:00.000-07:00

Find The Best Dentist - 5 Points That Will Guide You
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Stewart_Wrighter]Stewart Wrighter

In spite of the latest developments in modern technology, there is nothing more painful that an appointment with your healthcare professional. Before long you would be looking for the best Dentist. How would you find this elusive professional? Easy, he or she would be best known for his or her innovation and workmanship in Dentistry directories.

Here are five points that would help you chose the best available professional. Go through the information available in directories and yellow pages and short list five to seven top dentists in the Houston area. Obtain an appointment with these people and watch out for the following:

1. Best communication skills: You are looking for a professional with whom you can feel comfortable to talk about your dental problems. He/ she should be able to inspire trust in you and put you at ease. You should also be able to talk with him or her about the cost of the intervention since most dental treatments do not come under medical insurance. An abrupt person who looks like he or she is doing you a favor by explaining things to you is not a good choice.

2. Latest skills acquired: Ask the prospective dentist whether he or she is training continuously in the latest technology. What are the latest certifications he/ she obtained? Does he or she believe in keeping up to date with the developments in dental technology? A worthy professional would stay on the top of such development and apply such technologies in his or her practice. Do your homework, know what the latest in the field and ask him or her about some such aspects and factors.

3. Experience: This is one of the most important aspects. Why? Because experience is what makes his or her steady; helps your doctor identify the problem and make clear diagnosis. Experience is a golden tool that assures you of the best service. Without experience the doctor might be good, but with it he/ she becomes the best.

4. Qualifications: Is your doctor an accredited and recognized professional? Do not shy away from asking this question for it is very important that you put yourself in capable hands. There have been many instances in the past where fraud professionals practiced at the cost of the hapless patients.

5. Best workmanship: This particular attribute would be seen from the doctor's feedback and references. Be bold and ask for references of past satisfied clients. Call these people; better still, pay them a visit and inquire from them what their opinion about the prospective professional and how the past work held. You do not stop here. You run this person's name on the Net and see what you come up with. Sometimes, such results are quite revealing. Let us say, he would refer you to only his or her best clients; the Internet would often tell you if there is another side to the story.

Be patient and be careful. Look into all the aspects before you zero in the best available medical professional for you.

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Dentist - Evolution Through Technological Change

2010-10-18T10:24:00.000-07:00

Dentist - Evolution Through Technological Change
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Andrew_Stratton]Andrew Stratton

Modern dentistry is the result of a long process of technological change. Its technological progress is linked to the practice of medicine in general. Medicine is the inevitable result of humanity's ability to make tools and, likewise, to use tools to create and improve other, more complex tools.

As with any use of technology, the practice of medicine is at once a science, a craft, and an art. The word "technology" is derived from the Greek words "techne" (meaning both craft and art) and "logos" (in this context, reason). At some point, this tendency to technology and reason had to be turned on to the human body itself for the purposes of maintenance, in the form of preventative medicine, and repair, in the form of surgery. It is from this generalized practice that dentistry evolved.

A dentist utilizes tools and techniques that span from the most state-of-the-art use of technology, to practices that trace back to humanity's first application of simple tools. Without metallurgy, the science of the properties of different metals, modern dentistry would be impossible. Metallurgy developed through experimentation, through which metallurgists discovered the properties of various metals, allowing them to shape them into useful tools that can survive indefinitely and be easily cleaned. Because of this, the tools of dentistry are often made of metal.

The use of a scraping tool for cleaning is the basic practice from which many other tools and techniques of dentistry derive. As anyone who has visited a dentist before knows, dental practitioners have a variety of scraping tools as their disposal.

From that form comes also the brush as a tool. A handheld tool with bristles can clean a variety of small detailed objects, but the object of the handheld brush we are most used to is our own set of teeth. The toothbrush is the cornerstone of dental care of the self, but it can also be used by a dentist in the process of caring for a patient's teeth.

From basic tools come the techniques of brushing and scraping for maintenance and general health, but then there is the question of repairing damage. The tool that is probably the most feared in the dentist's arsenal is the drill. A small drill can be used to penetrate and even shape the human tooth.

It is important to understand the anatomy of a tooth. A tooth consists of soft tissue and a nerve that has evolved over time to cover itself with calcium in a process known as calcification. Care and hygiene of the outside calcium layer is necessary and important, but often a tooth's problem originates internally in the living tissue. Therefore, a drill is required to enter the tooth and allow the dentist to correct the problem. Once a tool has been drilled, the hole is patched up using whichever material the practitioner deems appropriate for the particular situation of the patient.

In summation, dentistry has taken the basics of human technology and developed them into a complex system of tools and techniques for maintaining oral health and hygiene. Because of techniques for tool making and use over centuries, the modern dental professional has an amazing array of possibilities when it comes to providing care to the human mouth.

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Dentist Marketing Options

2010-10-18T10:22:00.001-07:00

Dentist Marketing Options
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When starting a new dentistry practice, it can be difficult to really get your name out there and get people interested in your office over the competitors that have a staying power. You will want to branch out your marketing strategy and try all the outlets to see which gets you the best results. There are a number of great ways to market a dentist office, you will want to choose the best combination to gain the most patients and provide a good service so they keep coming back.

A good place to start would be the internet. There are a lot of people that look to the internet to find services that they need and this would include a dentistry office. It is relatively cheap to find someone to make you a professional website design considering the results that it will surely bring. If you hire the right web designer that is capable of wielding you a good search engine optimization place when people go to search for dentists, then you will really begin to see the results. Also don't forget to take advantage of the services on the internet that are free, like Facebook and forums. These places get a high amount of web traffic and can apply to a wide spectrum of clients.

When designing their marketing strategy, some business owners leave out direct mail. If you send out a flier with a promotion on it, it will get the attention of potential patients. Maybe it will get some thinking they are paying too much at their dentist causing them to transfer to yours. This will definitely get people to notice your company, and when its time to make an appointment for a routine clean, your dentist office will pop into their heads.

When you are first starting out, you may want to buy an advertisement in the newspaper for a few months. Do some customer research and figure out the best placement for this ad. Maybe in the health section would get the best results. Then make sure that it has the necessary information people need and your professional company logo. These are just a few examples of ways to market your dentist office. Figure the right combination of these, and your business will prosper and grow.

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What is Cosmetic Dentistry

2010-10-08T08:02:00.002-07:00

What is Cosmetic Dentistry

Author: Nate Joris

With the advent of modern dentistry, a lot of possibilities have opened up in the areas of tooth modification. Long term alterations like braces were already a part of dentistry in the past but now there are also quick solutions to small changes in appearance, position, etc. The primary aim of these solutions is to make your teeth look more appealing while taking care not to damage them in anyway. The practice that concerns mainly these dental procedures is called Cosmetic Dentistry.The name ‘cosmetic' is given to it because it focuses on the appearance of your teeth. It includes procedures such as teeth whitening, polishing, reshaping, etc. Although the American Dental Association (ADA) does not recognize it as a specific kind of practice, highly qualified dentists do it as part of their normal practice. The ADA does not recognize it because it does not have a medicinal role to play and for no other reason.Cosmetic dentistry has become an important part of many people's lives whereby they have been able to replace or repair their damaged teeth through it. It may only focus on making your teeth look good but that is a very huge factor in today's world where a dazzling smile can get you into a lot of places a lot easier.It is all about first impressions and how others see you. That is why we tend to consciously dress to make others appreciate us. That is we follow trends and try to look appealing to others. Having good teeth is part of that whole process.Having good teeth can also boost your self-confidence when you see your great set of pearly whites in the mirror everyday. And that boost will show up everywhere in your life. This is applicable for people in all walks of life. People in the show business and hospitality sector feel the need for it all the more because these people have to look their best all the time and nothing can go wrong with that. Hence, to get into these businesses, many people go through procedures that make their teeth look perfect.Cosmetic dentists can fix overlapping teeth, they can remove tea and coffee stains and they can even reshape your gums to make them look better. All of this makes sure that you go back home with healthier, shinier teeth.If you have teeth that have odd shapes and look out of place, you can go in for a procedure known as contouring. This procedure can reshape your teeth to alter length, position and shape and even fix cracks and chipped areas. It is a very simple and minimal procedure where only a few millimeters worth of changes are made. It can be done in one sitting and the results are permanent.So no matter what condition your teeth are in, these procedures are there in place to help you out as much as they can. And the end result is usually pretty stunning!

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Super White Pro Free Trial and Reviews

2010-10-08T08:02:00.000-07:00

Super White Pro Free Trial and Reviews

Author: Lisa

If we were asked for three wishes by a fairy, one of the first to come to the minds of many would be shining white and flawless teeth. Each and every one of us would like to have a god smile as a god smile can boost the feeling of moral dignity. A bad smile, on the contrary, can be quite a disarray, as stained teeth are not quite something on would like to see. To some extent, the whiteness of one's teeth can be attributed to their dietary habits and shining white teeth are indicators of high hygiene consciousness. There was a time when people were adamant about their body chemistry. There are times when a person may want to look pretty, beautiful and chubby.

An important aspect that is noticed in the very first meeting is one's teeth. Maintaining your teeth can be quite hard at times and it could get frustrating after a certain point of time to keep visiting the dentist or wearing teeth whitening trays. One could also opt for professional teeth bleaching but this process is very expensive and is out of the budget of the common man. For this purpose, there are simpler teeth whitening solutions. One of the most popular among them is Super White Pro. This is a teeth whitening pen that assures dazzling white teeth. It is one of the most revolutionary and among the best teeth whitening solutions.

Super White Pro is a dental cleanser that is composed of the most mesmerizing chemicals ever. It contains peroxides such as hydrogen peroxide and carbamide peroxide that act as oxidizing solutions. These peroxides penetrate the porous regions such as the rod-like structures in the enamel of your teeth. This oxidizes the stains. Eventually, the dentin layer of the teeth is also bleached. What remain are bacteria and dirt-free teeth that shine white. In this way, this teeth whitening product gives you shining and dazzling white teeth.

With Super White Pro, you can be sure that you will get a bright white smile. Along with this shining smile, you will also gain an unparallel personality that will make you stand out in a crowd of people. This is the dream of almost every person on earth and can be achieved with Super White Pro.

Super White Pro is a simple to use product. You have to just apply the teeth whitening gel and keep it on for about fifteen minutes. To apply the gel, you can use the gel pen, the tray and the bleaching agents. Then, you have to rinse your teeth and then clean them once again with water. After repeating this process for a couple of days regularly, you will have your experience of great shining white teeth and a glittering smile.

This product has been tried b many and approved. If you want to try it and go through the experience of dazzling white teeth, then you can avail of Super White Pro Free Trial offers online

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Review of Brite White Smile

2010-10-08T08:01:00.000-07:00

Review of Brite White Smile

Author: pkakaris

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2010-10-08T08:00:00.000-07:00

Good brushing techniques to keep your teeth healthy and strong

2010-10-08T07:59:00.000-07:00

Good brushing techniques to keep your teeth healthy and strong

Author: Dr. Puneet Kathuria

Oral hygiene is a prime key to confidence. If one does not have healthy gums or have bad breath, then it will definitely affect the confidence that a person has. Improper cleaning technique is one major reason for bad breath and bad oral health. It's good if one follows proper techniques to maintain the hygiene. It is said that improper brushing technique can damage you teeth severely.Some of the good brushing tips are mentioned below:-Clean for at least two minutes and that too twice a day. It is essential that one should give appropriate time to oral health otherwise one has to face the consequences in the long run.It is necessary that one must make short and delicate strokes. Teeth are delicate organ and they need soft and mild handling, especially if one is already facing any oral problem.Gum cleaning is as important as tooth cleaning. So it's very important that while one is brushing, at that time some gentle strokes must be hit on gums too.Choose a toothbrush that has extremely soft bristles so that it won't rupture your gum line that results in bleeding.Parents have to pay extra care when they give a tooth brush in their child's hand. Kids usually don't know about the cleaning trends, so it's good if parents tell them about each and every detail. Different cleaning techniques for people of different age groups are:Scrubbing technique: This method is for children who are below 9 years of age. Make sure parents are choosing soft bristles with tasteful toothpaste so that they don't shirk from cleaning their teeth.Bass technique: Kids between the ages of 10 to 15 years are supposed to make circular movements so that an adequate massage can be provided to developing gums. This covers all the gums and teeth area and gives a completely clean mouth.Roll technique: In this technique one is supposed to give short strokes towards the teeth surface from gum margin. It is said that improper following of this technique may lead to neglected gum margin cleanout.Fones technique: This is most commonly adopted technique as it is the easiest one. In this technique, the brush is moved in circular motion. Nowadays most of the dentist's advice not to use it because it may lead to tooth abrasion.Charter's method: In this technique, individual has to place the brush partially over the gums and partially over the teeth. Vibrating effect is given to the brush in circular movements. This technique is very beneficial but difficult to learn. This is why th6is is little unpopular technique.Apart from the above mentioned techniques, there are several other techniques which are very beneficial in order to get the best brushing for your teeth. One can incorporate anyone but be careful while making contact with gum line.

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Understanding Dental Tooth Sensitivity

2010-09-13T22:10:00.000-07:00

Understanding Dental Tooth Sensitivity
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Amy_Reid] Amy Reid

What is tooth sensitivity?
Tooth sensitivity can be defined as short, sharp pains that come from exposed dentin (the layer of tissue found beneath the hard dental enamel that contains the inner pulp). Individuals with sensitive teeth may find the pain can be triggered by hot, cold, sour, or sweet beverages or foods, forceful brushing or flossing, or even cold air.

What causes the sensitivity?
Dental sensitivity is caused by the movement of fluid with tiny tubes (pores) located in the dentin, which results in nerve irritation. When the hard dental enamel of a tooth is worn down or gums have receded, the surfaces of these tin tubes can become exposed, resulting in pain while eating or drinking certain foods, such as ice cream or hot coffee.

How common is this condition?
Dental sensitivity is one of the most common complaints dentists get among dental patients. According to the Richmond Hill Dental Association, one in five people in the United States experience tooth sensitivity at some point in his or her life.

How can I avoid tooth sensitivity?
Excessive consumption of acidic beverages, such as orange juice or cola, can wear down hard enamel and put you at risk for dental sensitivity. Limiting your consumption of acidic foods and beverages can prevent the erosion of hard dental enamel. Dentists have determined conditions such as bulimia nervosa and acid reflux also can have similar erosive effects on tooth enamel. Abrasion of the enamel from aggressive use of a toothbrush also can lead to teeth sensitivity. Notify your dentist Richmond Hill if you experience tooth sensitivity. The dentist can monitor the dental condition and help remedy the sensitivity.

I have tooth sensitivity. What can I do to prevent pain?
Using a soft-bristled toothbrush and brushing in a circular motion will minimize dental enamel abrasion and thus reduce dental sensitivity. Using toothpaste containing a de-sensitizing agent that protects exposed dentin by blocking the tubes connected to nerves can alleviate pain. In-office treatments, such as topical agents or dental sealants, can be applied by a Richmond Hill dentist to help reduce sensitivity. Of course, limiting your intake of acidic foods and beverages is always recommended.

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What Braces Type Are You?

2010-09-13T22:09:00.000-07:00

What Braces Type Are You?
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Dianne_Valdez] Dianne Valdez

Some kids are worried or scared about getting their braces and the way they may look. Others can't wait to get them. It may help to learn more about braces and the different types of treatments there are to straighten your teeth and improve your smile. You'll find getting braces is a great worthwhile experience. Lots of kids and adults don't have perfect teeth so, don't worry if yours aren't straight. Orthodontics is the solution. Take a look at your classmates or colleagues. Many of them probably don't have straight teeth either. Sometimes teeth just don't grow in proper alignment. There may be crowding or spacing between your teeth. If your upper jaw is noticeably ahead of your lower jaw, or your upper teeth are too far in front of your lower teeth when you smile then you have an overbite. If your lower jaw is ahead of your upper jaw, and your lower teeth are in front of your upper teeth then you have an under bite or a cross bite. These problems can be treated with braces.

If your parents or friends had braces back in the day, you may have seen pictures of them with their mouths full of metal and you are picturing yourself looking like them, right? Today, braces are less noticeable. Traditional metal braces are still used but they are not half as bad. The bracket size is typically smaller than before. Did you know you could change the color of the O-ties, which holds the wires in place around the brackets every time you visit the Orthodontist? You could even pick more than one color! Match your o-ties to your clothes, school colors, your mood, or holiday season, like black and orange for Halloween. There's even glow in the dark. For those of you who are more reserved there are silver colored O-ties to blend in with the brackets. You might also be interested in getting clear or tooth colored braces, also known as cosmetic brackets. They are virtually unnoticeable. It's great for not drawing too much attention to your mouth while undergoing Orthodontic treatment. They work exactly the same as traditional braces. There are even lingual braces that go on the back of your teeth where no one can see them. Another method is called Invisalign, for those who's teeth are not severely misaligned. Invisalign is a series of clear trays that are computer generated to help you straighten your teeth little by little; you would wear a different tray every 2 weeks until treatment is complete.

These are a few choices you have when it come to getting braces to help you achieve a Hollywood smile. So which ones are right for you?

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Top Tips on How to Correct Your Crossbite and Crowded Teeth

2010-09-13T22:07:00.000-07:00

Top Tips on How to Correct Your Crossbite and Crowded Teeth
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Dr_Jagmail_Basrai] Dr Jagmail Basrai

Crossbite and crowded teeth are two of the most common dental problems that children and adults around the world are faced with. Thankfully, there are several new and improved methods and procedures that are available that can help you counter these problems and provide you with the beautiful smile that you have always dreamed of.

But before we start about the options available for people and children suffering from crossbite and crowded teeth, it is important to understand what they actually mean.

Crossbite is a dental condition where the one or more tooth of a person will be sitting in a reversed order. This means that the person suffering from this dental condition will find that his teeth or tooth has rotated in its position causing it to face the wrong direction from how it was originally supposed to be placed. This is a very usual occurrence, especially in young children who often cause such reversal of teeth due to tongue thrusting habits or excessive thumb sucking. In a large number of cases, crossbites and crowded teeth condition also arise due to hereditary and they must be tackled as soon as possible.

Crowded teeth are also a common problem that is faced by many adults and kids. There are several dental procedures and methods that are now available to correct crossbite and crowded teeth problem. In many people, crowded teeth conditions also cause the tooth to reverse, thereby creating a crossbite.

In most cases, the teeth do not settle back into their original place by itself and usually require dental help. For small children, it is always best to start the correction of the problem as soon as possible.

Treatment for Crossbite and Crowded Teeth

The treatment for such conditions often involves the requirement for the jaw bones to be expanded. This is necessary to give the teeth or tooth enough space to rotate back into position. But expansion of jaw bone sis easier before the fusion of the facial bones takes place. That is why it is very important to get the treatment done as soon as possible in young children. 16 years for girls and 19 years for boys are the age limits before which tit is best to get these treatments done.

A good orthodontist will have the solution as to how to approach the problem of crowded teeth and crossbites effectively. Each case is different and the plan of action will differ from patient to patient, depending upon what the dentist finds in the panoramic x-rays that will be taken of the teeth structure.

Crossbite and crowded teeth not only make the face look unattractive, they can also later on cause a number of serious health problems. Therefore, it is prudent to get the condition checked as soon as possible with your local dentists.

Most dental insurance cover the costs of the surgery or expenses that would be involved in the treatment for crossbite and crowded teeth. So check with your insurance agency today and consult your local dentist for advice.

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Freshen Breath - Avoid Dry Mouth!

2010-09-13T22:05:00.000-07:00

Freshen Breath - Avoid Dry Mouth!
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Pazzal_Taffon] Pazzal Taffon

Have you ever felt having a dry mouth? It is disappointing and annoying. Sometimes, you cannot even taste the food that you eat. It gives a lingering feeling of soreness in the throat as well. Even using mint gargles sometimes do not help. The problem just keeps coming back. To the greatest dismay of so many people, this condition leads to having a bad breath.

The importance of saliva is one of the most neglected yet important things to freshen breath. But certainly, without it, the body metabolism won't be balanced. Saliva is the first liquid that has contact with the food that we eat. It helps in the initial breakdown of food. It is also very necessary to moisten and cleanse the mouth. It neutralizes acids produced by plaque. It also washes away dead cells that accumulate on the important parts of the mouth like tongue, throat, gums, and cheeks. If these fry cells stay in the mouth, they decompose eventually cause bad breath. Salivary gland problems minimize the release of saliva.

When there is inadequacy in release of saliva by the salivary glands, it leads to having dry mouth and hence, will not freshen breath. It also happens in people who are used to using mouth in breathing. This further develops the said condition.

It is also informally known as pasties, cottonmouth, drooth, dough mouth or des from the word desert. However, the medical term for it is xerostamia. Bad breath is just one of its symptoms along with speech and eating difficulties, an increase in the number of dental and infections in the mouth.

Getting rid of dry mouth is one of the best ways to freshen up breath and eventually stop bad breath. A famous way to stop it is drinking plenty of water or artificially sweetened beverages. Any drink that can keep the mouth moist is highly advisable. They are also people who find it effective to suck on artificially sweetened candies. This helps trigger the salivary gland and produce more saliva. To freshen breath some more, washes and sprays that can prove to counter dry mouth are also recommended. But the best way to avoid dry mouth is to see a dentist even if it is not persistent.

A dentist can provide instructions on how to brush the teeth properly. He will also make sure that you have regular teeth cleanings, perhaps thrice or four times a week. Also, with his help, you'll be able to find out if you have other oral problems like tonsil stones, gingivitis and cavities.

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Bruxism - A Painful Ordeal

2010-09-13T22:03:00.001-07:00

Bruxism - A Painful Ordeal
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Charlene_S] Charlene S

Ever wondered why your teeth or head hurt when you wake up? Or why you have fractured teeth? Do you make weird noises while sleeping? If you suffer from these circumstances, then you probably have a condition known as Bruxism.

What is Bruxism

Bruxism may not be a common word to hear and yet it affects millions of people around the world. It afflicts children and adults and it can be quite serious, depending on how chronic it is. Bruxism is the medical term for grinding or clenching the teeth while one is sleeping or awake. Grinding of the teeth while sleeping is known as "nocturnal bruxism" and it is even observed among babies who are experiencing teething.

Symptoms of bruxism include: pain in the teeth, jaw pains, headaches, fractured teeth, broken dental fillings, early loss of teeth, shaky teeth, inflammation of the gums, ear ache, tight shoulders and muscle pains.

What Causes Bruxism

Bruxism does not have one definite cause. It can be brought about by stress, anxiety or even as a reaction to drugs taken to treat depression. It can also be caused by neurological disorders affecting the muscles and nerves of the face. Typically though, bruxism occurs when the teeth are not aligned or properly positioned, thus leading the person to habitually grind.

How To Treat Bruxism Bruxism cannot be completely cured however treatment methods are extended to relieve the severe symptoms that accompany bruxism. Popular treatment methods are drug therapy, hypnotherapy, occlusal orthotics, psychotherapy, and stress reduction.

Since stress is determined as one factor that causes bruxism, an evaluation of the patient's background should be conducted. Areas in the life of the patient that stress him or her should be discussed to try and manage the symptoms of bruxism. With stress management, the patient will soon find himself able to handle stressful situations better, thereby lessening the chances of having bruxism symptoms surface again.

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Flossing - Commonly Asked Questions

2010-09-13T22:02:00.000-07:00

Flossing - Commonly Asked Questions
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Charlene_S] Charlene S

Many people tend to view flossing as an accessory oral hygiene habit that does not exactly need to be done. Wrong idea. Most of us were not trained to floss when we were children because most of our attention was on learning and maintaining the habit of brushing our teeth. Yet surprisingly, flossing can be as equally important as brushing because there are some things it can do that brushing alone cannot. For example, taking out food particles trapped in between the teeth.

If you do not floss, then probably now is a good time for you to start cultivating that habit. After all,you do not want rotten food particles to be stuck in between your teeth and cause bad breath. Before you start, read through our answers to some commonly asked questions about flossing. This will give you an overview on the right way to floss.

What is dental floss made of?

Dental floss is made of either thin nylon filaments or plastic ribbons. It comes in a bundle usually 10 to 50 meters long.

What are the benefits of flossing?

The main benefit of flossing is the removal of stuck food particles. This prevents bacteria from amassing around those particles and feeding on them. Furthermore, with the absence of food particles and thus bacteria build up, you have lesser chance of developing bad breath.

How often should I floss?

You should floss daily at least once, especially following a meal. If you have gaps in your teeth and tend to pocket food, then it is advisable that you floss more often. Moreover, designate a time of the day when you can conveniently floss. You can choose to either floss in the morning or before bedtime. Whatever your chosen time is, what is important is that you develop flossing into a daily habit.

How long should I floss?

There is no specified length of time for flossing. Floss until you feel you have taken out all food particles from between your teeth. There is no need to rush either as flossing hurriedly can cause injury to your gums.

How much floss should I use?

Use as much floss as needed. Also, use only clean floss for each side of the tooth. Do not reuse the floss as this can simply carry the bacteria from one tooth to another.

What type of floss should I use?

There are many types of floss in the market and you may want to try them all before deciding to permanently use a certain kind. As a guide though, waxed floss is used by people with crowded or tightly spaced teeth. On the other hand, if you have rough tooth edges then a shred-resistant floss is best for you.

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Keeping Your Braces and Mouth Clean

2010-09-13T22:01:00.000-07:00

Keeping Your Braces and Mouth Clean
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Dianne_Valdez] Dianne Valdez

Congratulations! You just got your braces! Wearing braces could increase the bacteria your mouth holds because now you have this piece of metal covering the front of your tooth which food gets caught in. That's why you need to know the proper way to brush your teeth to maintain a healthy and beautiful smile. I am providing you with some simple steps showing the correct way to brush your teeth while wearing braces.

• Use toothpaste recommended by your dentist or one that has the approval seal of the American Dental Association. Use a soft bristle toothbrush, make sure to point the brush in a 45° angle towards the gums to remove food, plaque bacteria and debris.

• Brush teeth right after each meal and right before bed. Brushing away food prevents bacteria accumulation and residue or stains on teeth. Staining may not be obvious until after the braces are removed.

• Brush your mouth like you usually would with strong gentle strokes. Front, back, and your tongue.

• Be careful when brushing around the braces. Start from the top and brush down.

• Floss with waxed floss using the standard flossing technique. It may be easier to use floss threaders. These allow you to thread the floss through a large eye of the floss threader, like a needle eye of a needle wile sewing with needle and thread. Use the floss threader to easily carry the floss through the wires and floss properly with ease. The floss threaders can be found at drug stores and possibly your Orthodontist's office. Be careful while flossing. Tugging the floss loose could bend the wire, break or loosen the braces. Any shredded pieces of floss left behind can introduce bacteria that increase the risk of cavities and gum disease. Use floss threaders to make it easier to floss around the wire. FLOSS, FLOSS, FLOSS, morning afternoon and night.

• It's a good idea to rinse with an antimicrobial mouth wash to wash away the debris from those hard to reach places under the gums that the floss couldn't get to.

Replace your toothbrush at least every 3 months or you're your toothbrush looks worn. Get a new brush after recovering from a cold because germs from the illness could stay on your toothbrush.

These are a few simple steps to keeping your braces clean and your mouth nice and healthy while wearing braces. A healthy mouth aids in optimal treatment and great final results in attaining that fantastic smile you've always wanted!

A Beautiful Smile is Timeless!

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The Different Type of Dentures and Their Benefits

2010-09-13T22:00:00.000-07:00

The Different Type of Dentures and Their Benefits
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Kevin_Getch] Kevin Getch

For dental patients who are in need of dentures, the process can be a trying one, as a person's self-esteem can be shaken when faced with the loss of one's teeth. If you are in need of dentures, you will first want to know a little about the kinds that are available, and how your Beaverton, OR dentist will go about the implantation process.

Dentures are removable replacements for people who have missing teeth and some of the surrounding tissue. There are two types of dentures that your Beaverton, OR dentist can available to patients: complete and partial dentures.

Partial Dentures

Partial dentures replace multiple or sometimes single teeth. Since partial dentures are used when some teeth are still present, they are often used in cases of younger people who may have suffered an injury or gum disease. A partial denture can be attached to the teeth with clasps or with crowns with precision attachments, which are hidden clasps.

Complete Dentures

As the name suggests, full or complete dentures are used when all the teeth are missing. While there are, of course, exceptions, complete dentures are usually used by the elderly. Complete dentures are made after the patient's teeth are removed and the gum tissue has started the healing process.

There are two types of dentures within the complete denture category: conventional and immediate dentures.

A conventional denture is made and ready to be placed in the patient's mouth about two to three months after the teeth have been removed. However, immediate dentures are made in ahead of time and can be placed as soon as the teeth are removed.

The advantage to the immediate denture option is that the patient doesn't have to be without teeth for the healing period. But, since bones and gums shrink over time, particularly during the healing process, immediate dentures will require more adjustments during the healing period as compared to conventional dentures. Generally speaking, immediate dentures should be considered only as a temporary solution until such time as conventional dentures can be made.

Dentures are custom made for each patient, tailored to the unique anatomy of their mouth and jaw. This means that you will need several appointments with your Beaverton, OR dentist to develop a working model of the final product. Once your dentist has your dentures made, you will need further consultations to adjust your new teeth may be needed.

Take note: dentures should be taken care of much like regular teeth. They should be removed at least once a day to be brushed and cleaned with a denture brush and cleaner. Initially, your new dentures should also stay in over night during the adjustment period. Speak with your Beaverton, OR dentist about the specifics of your dental care.

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The Truth Behind Whiter Teeth

2010-09-13T21:59:00.000-07:00

The Truth Behind Whiter Teeth
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Darren_St_Romain] Darren St Romain

There are many options to whitening your teeth. Teeth naturally darken with age and due to the accumulation of surface stains their appearance can be altered. Smoking and drinking large amounts of coffee or tea can be a main factor in this alteration.

Drinking more water is the easiest way to help save your teeth from bacteria, especially during a busy day. Drinking water after a sugary drink or food item can reduce the particles that coat your teeth and water also encourages the production of saliva, which is the body's natural defense against bacteria and plaque.

It is important to have a diligent oral hygiene routine if you are concerned with keeping your teeth bright and healthy. Try and brush after every meal, floss, use mouthwash, and again, drink lots of water.

Although many people opt to whiten their teeth at the dentist, there are a number of natural remedies to whitening your teeth. There are whitening tools already in your home and if not you might want to add them to your grocery list, save the money and time from visiting a dentist and whiten your teeth at home, the natural way.

Strawberries contain an enzyme that will whiten your teeth. You can either take the fruit and directly rub on your teeth or you can mash up the strawberry and apply with a toothbrush like a toothpaste. Kiwis holds more than 100% of the suggested daily dose of vitamin C. Among other things, vitamin C helps stop your gums from breaking down. Remember to brush your teeth with actual toothpaste after application to remove the sugar and any food particles left behind from this treatment. Milk, yogurt, and cheese are high in calcium and contain phosphate. These two things help strengthen tooth enamel and neutralize the pH of your mouth, protecting it from bacteria that thrive in an acidic environment. Green tea contains an antioxidant called "catechin" which not only eliminate bad breath, but also kill bacteria that turns sugar into plaque. Another benefit to drinking green tea is that it helps prevent periodontal disease. Crunchy Fruits and Veggies like celery, apples, carrots, and broccoli all are abrasive and so they naturally scrub stains off the teeth, eating something crunchy like carrots or celery particularly after eating a meal will clean the teeth by producing saliva and removing plaque. Chewing on sunflower, pumpkin, or sesame seeds helps protect teeth from bacteria because they are high in natural fats and reinforce enamel.

You can create a mixture of about 1 tsp of baking soda and just a sprinkling of salt and apply to your teeth with a toothbrush. Another bonus of this baking soda remedy is that it kills plaque-causing bacteria and reduces harmful acids in your mouth. Orange peels contain an acid that naturally whitens teeth, take the white side of an orange peel and rub against your teeth, then brush your teeth after.

Keep in mind that all these teeth whitening remedies should be used in moderation, because as with any excessive treatment, they have the potential to harm your teeth with overuse.

All toothpastes remove surface stains through the action of mild abrasives. Whitening toothpastes contain special chemicals or polishing agents that have additional surface-stain removing properties, but don't alter the intrinsic colour of the teeth. If you opt to use more expensive remedies common teeth whitening options are identified and outlined below.

At home whitening is usually done by applying a bleaching solution to a custom-formed mouthguard that is left in the mouth for a specified time. Some products are intended for twice-daily use for up to two weeks. Others are intended for overnight use for one to two weeks. Home whitening systems like Crest Whitestrips require that you wear strips for a certain amount of time each day. They are generally gentler and certainly less expensive than having your teeth whitened in a dental office.

The in-office whitening procedure usually takes 30 to 90 minutes, and one to three visits to the dental office. A protective gel, shield or rubber dam is used to protect your gums from the bleaching agent which is usually a form of hydrogen peroxide. A bleaching agent is then applied onto your teeth and heated or high-intensity lights are used to enhance the whitening process.

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Dentist cured my needle phobia in first visit.

2010-09-13T21:55:00.000-07:00

Dentist cured my needle phobia in first visit.
Author: Haynes Darlington M.Sc. PharmD. CCPE

New drug achieves profound anesthesia for scaling and or root planing without being injected with needle. Oraqix is the first FDA approved system for periodontal work.

Gloss phobia, more commonly called the fear of public speaking, is thought to be the most common of all phobias. As many as 75 percent of all people are afraid to speak in front of an audience. Without going in to all phobias and their rankings, my observation is that needle phobia in the dental office is by no means abnormal and ranks up there among the highest.

Dentists still have to work around needle phobia. However, the future looks encouraging with the first FDA approved needle free anesthesia product for scaling and root planing.

This story is about my friend Sergio and his wife Lina. They were the perfect couple. Lina was a bit trendier, but by no means could one describe her as “the flavor of the day”. She had the smarts, and a solid head for business, probably groomed by her father who, like many Italians emigrated from Italy to find their fortune in the Western world, the land of opportunity. Sergio and Lina were comfortably set. They were off to a good start after their wedding, with the help of her dad and family, pretty well owned their first home sooner than most of their friends.

Lina had been pressuring Sergio to get some cosmetic work done on his teeth. The daily espresso coffees and his mother's blueberry pies were beginning to test the strength of a solid Roman Catholic marriage. Lina's desire to pop an impromptu kiss on Sergio was starting to wane because of his discolored teeth. She wondered how can “I persuade him at least, to go for a dental check-up”? Her goal for Sergio was to have his teeth cosmetically improved to show off the fashionable celebrity white-teeth-smile and nothing was going to stop her.

The whitening of teeth has become a billion-dollar business and celebrities have had no small part in raising the bar for the perfect smile. Another cosmetic fashion statement which is showing its colors is the art of tattooing one’s body parts. I mentioned this purposely, because a visit to the tattooing studio is far more popular that a visit to the dentist, although, ironically there is a common factor, namely pain. Why is this? Why is it that people will pay huge sums of after-tax dollars to have a tattoo sculptured in sensitive parts of the anatomy and yet be hesitant to visit the dentist? Maybe vanity is more powerful than oral health! Or maybe the School of Body Art has out-marketed the college of dentistry? How often have you seen a young woman/man flashing a tattoo, but in need of obvious orthodontic or other dental work? We have to rely on anecdotal reports in the absence of a truly scientific study.

Back to my friends Sergio and Lina. Researchers have come to the rescue with a product that brings effective needle-free anesthesia for patients during scaling and/or root planing procedures. Oraqix fits the perfect scenario for a patient who is needle phobic. This product is the first FDA approved system for the above indications. Hopefully this addition to dental armamentarium will allay the fear of the dreaded needle. Fear of finding other latent problems incurring a cost is an irrational decision. Why should one have two standards for maintaining perfect health? Oral health is no less important that physical health. The diagnosis of oral cancer is by far more often seen by the dentist than by medical doctors. If for no other reason it makes good sense to keep the oral cavity healthy and free of possible terminal diseases.

Four out of five Americans claim a desire for whiter teeth. Never before have so many options been available. Nu-pro is a dentist prescribed take-home system that has been designed to address the patient's tooth whitening requirements and offers two formulations with dramatic results in one to two weeks. Who are the best candidates for do-it-yourself whiteners? Before you spend a dime on whitening your smile, your dentist will explain what is best for you and the reason why. Teeth should be healthy without cavities or recession of the gums thereby exposing sensitive root structure. If whitening agents come in contact with an open area on a tooth with a clear path to the nerve center of your tooth, you won't care what color your teeth are because they will have to peel you off the ceiling.

You need to have a proper evaluation by your dentist. A talk to your dentist will determine if you do have tooth discoloration and what is the cause. There are two major ways teeth become discolored. Teeth naturally discolor as we age, and we all have lighter or darker teeth, just as we have different complexions. Everyday habits and food consumption penetrate the tooth's enamel to cause extrinsic and intrinsic stains: There are as many reasons for tooth discoloration as there are solutions. Over-the-counter whitening doesn't work if the discoloration comes from an injury to a tooth, for example. Also, if you have teeth that have tooth-colored fillings or crowns that are dark or discolored, again, over-the-counter whiteners do not whiten porcelain or tooth colored filling materials.

Stains can be caused by foods such as coffee, tea, red wine, and nicotine. Rule of thumb, if it stains your carpet, it can stain your teeth. What kind of results can we expect from an over-the-counter product? Today Over-the-counter whitening products work differently and better than ever before because the technology has changed so dramatically. Will your teeth look as different as if you had full mouth veneers? No. But if you have a pretty smile, that you want whiter and brighter, the newest over-the-counter options are very effective. Here's a look at some of the latest options. Most people hate the messy trays you stick in your mouth. What are the alternatives?

Crest White strips, night effects (liquid strip gel). Crest White strips continue to be the OTC gold standard in whitening -- and a beauty secret for millions of Americans, (mostly women). When you look in dressing cabinets, you see them right next to the lipsticks. Whiter teeth give women confidence and make them look younger and prettier. A great new whitening product is hitting store shelves now. It's called Night Effects and it's very exciting because it works while you sleep. The first generation products made to whiten teeth while we sleep included a tray and stuff oozing out of it. I dare you to sleep with that unit in your mouth and not destroy your bed linen. Bearing in mind that these are all Over-the-counter products. Dental prescribed take-home products are still the most effective. So what has been improved for the OTC shopper?

Night Effects is great for a couple of reasons: First, it's good for people whom for whatever reason, cannot whiten during the day. Second, the coating sticks to your teeth. You've heard me say that for a product to work, the whitening agent has to stay in contact with the teeth. The problem with some of the other over-the-counter products is that they tend to quickly wash away when they come in contact with saliva, food or drink. Night Effects appears to be the first paint-on product to address this problem. The patent process they use is as follows. Immediately after applying the gel, the product forms a liquid strip coating that stays on your teeth overnight. The liquid strip slowly releases the whitening ingredient into your teeth to remove stains and loosen stain-causing build-up. In the morning, you simply brush the liquid strip coating and stains away.

Researchers have overcome the overnight challenge by developing a silicon-based gel applied with a brush. Secondly, it is not water soluble like other paint-on products. Because of this new technology, the whitening gel stays on your teeth for hours while you sleep. Over-the-counter whitening serves a selected market, however for the clinically accepted procedures, it is best to have your dentist involved. Author Information:

Haynes Darlington M.Sc. PharmD. (CCPE) joined the pharmaceutical industry in 1969. In 1982 he was assigned to the dental team to make submissions to regulatory agencies (FDA) and HC (Health Canada) to obtain acceptance for Articaine hcl into North America for Dental use as a local anesthetic. He is highly respected among peers in the field of pharmacology and bio-chemistry. In 1999, Haynes received The Team Excellence Award from The City of New York. The award recognized the value and professionalism of a continuing education program.

Local anesthesia is fundamental to dentistry. The goal at this site is to provide dentists with a review of the pharmacological and biochemical properties of commonly prescribed agents. Anecdotal evidence of local anesthesia failure is about 18 %. Our presentations will explain the possible complications of new medications and local anesthetics. How certain changes in our "life styles" such as the use of illicit compounds may be impacting on this upward trend. C E courses are ADA C.E.R.P Certified.

Comments to author. localanesthetics@yahoo.ca M.Sc. PharmD. CCPE
Please visit WWW.AnestheticsNews.com New York City’s Oral Health, Programs and Policy. 1998Mid Winter Clinic (Chicago) 2002Ontario Dental Association (ODA) Convention.2002Jasper Dental Congress.2003NDA of Washington DC. 2004ACFD (Association of Canadian Faculties of Dentistry. 2005Haynes Darlington has attended many workshops on Local Anesthetics, with opinion leaders in the U. S. & Canada.
His major accomplish was gaining regulatory approval for Articaine Hcl in North America (1982) and its rapid growth internationally. His extensive knowledge of Biochemistry, Pharmacology and application methodology of local anesthetics, result clinically in fewer failures. You will find his lectures informative, proactive and stimulating. His lecture is sub-titled "Things they never taught me in dental school!"

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If Your Teeth Don’t Look Perfect, They Can

2010-09-11T09:49:00.000-07:00

If Your Teeth Don’t Look Perfect, They Can

By Dr. Anasinski

Are you unhappy with the way your teeth look? Perhaps they are yellow or stained, or even crooked, cracked or chipped. Perhaps you have teeth that are missing. Even so…there’s no need to have teeth or a smile that you are not proud of because a trip to your dentist can start you on your way to perfect-looking teeth and a beautiful smile. With the tools and procedures now available in modern dental technology, all teeth can be made to look perfect.

For teeth that are yellowed or stained, dentists have the options of using tooth whitening, which is an in-office bleaching procedure, or porcelain veneers that can be used to cover up stained or yellowed teeth that won’t respond to whitening. Tooth whitening that is done under a dentist’s supervision is stronger and more effective than over-the-counter versions. And veneers are very thin layers of porcelain that are bonded to your natural teeth. Once in place, the veneers look and function just like all of the other teeth in your mouth.

If you need fillings in teeth that show when you smile, they can be filled with tooth-colored fillings. These fillings are matched to the color of your teeth so that they blend in with the tooth they are repairing and with all of your other teeth as well.

And sometimes it just takes small changes in the shape of your teeth to bring them from unattractive or imperfect to perfect and beautiful. When that’s the case, your dentist can use a procedure called tooth contouring or reshaping to remove a small amount of your tooth to reshape it or even smooth out angles or edges. And if any natural flaws in your teeth need to be covered, a process called bonding can be used where a plastic sculpting-like material is placed over the tooth and molded to give it the desired look and shape. Then a high-intensity light hardens the plastic and the surface is polished, leaving you with a strong, perfect but natural-looking tooth.

If your teeth appear very long or you have what is sometimes referred to as a “gummy smile” where you have more gum showing than teeth when you smile, your dentist can use gum contouring processes. With these procedures, gum tissue can be removed or sculpted to create the desired look.

If you have missing teeth, one tooth—or several teeth—can be replaced with the use of dental implants. With an implant, a titanium screw is placed into the bone where your tooth once was. This screw acts like a tooth root and stimulates both the bone and the gum tissue to keep them alive, the way the natural tooth root did. An abutment, which appears above the gum line, is fastened to the implanted screw and a crown that looks and acts like a natural tooth is placed on the abutment. Implants can be used for single teeth or several implants can be used to secure bridges, partials or even full dentures.

Thanks to the many processes and procedures available in dentistry today, even if you weren’t born with beautiful, perfect teeth, you can have them. Your dentist can help you have healthy teeth and an attractive smile no matter what shape your natural teeth might now be in.

About the Author: Dr. Anasinski completed her residency in Periodontics at Northwestern University and is Assistant Clinical Professor at the University of Illinois at Chicago. She holds many prestigious positions such as Delegate to the Illinois State Dental Society. Periodontics of Niles

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Will the UK Become Like USA – Teeth Whitening

2010-09-11T09:48:00.000-07:00

Will the UK Become Like USA – Teeth Whitening

By Jason Scott Edworthy

In the UK we are known for our reserved nature and when it comes to teeth whitening will we become as vein as our cousins in the USA? Lets look at the facts.

Teeth whitening has been going a lot longer in the USA compared to the UK so it is still fairly new but the word is spreading and this is helping the rapid growth.

In the USA they are really dedicated not only to teeth whitening but overall general dental health and will see their dentist regularly to ensure their teeth and gums in the best shape. This is drummed in to children very young in the USA whereas in the UK children’s dental health is relatively poor so as they grow in to adults it plays a lower part in their everyday focus.

Also in the UK dentists are not always our best friend and certainly not on our Christmas card lists! This is because many of the old school dentists in the UK had a fierce reputation and did not put enough emphasis in to their people skills and remember your patient is also your customer. As a result people do not see their dentist as much as they should and in turn they only go to see their dentist when they have a problem.

Having good dental health and whiter teeth are linked and this is why the Americans are really quite obsessive about whitening because they really care about their teeth and until that changes in the UK it is unlikely that teeth whitening will become as popular.

All that said for some people they put having white teeth in front of having regular dental appointments as they believe the looks are more important but these people are rare. For example some smokers fall in to this category in the UK as the nicotine will change the colour of the teeth to a yellow or browning colour and therefore they want to remove this. Ask them the last time they saw their dentist and it will be a few years ago for some of these people.

One the systems really growing fast in the UK is the laser whitening method as this requires no effort and little discipline from the recipients points of view this is perfect and combined with instant results makes an ideal solution from removing the staining from the teeth.

The laser is applied to gently heat the gel which mixes with the oxygen to open the micro pores of the enamel to release the stains and this will make them white again. It also makes the teeth look shiny.

This is because once the debris and staining has been removed the light will shine more effectively off the teeth and this reflection also makes the teeth look more healthy as people look at your new smile.

If you are not sure what is best always seek the advice of your dentist and get their take on things.

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Help My Teeth Are Loose

2010-09-11T09:46:00.000-07:00

Help My Teeth Are Loose

By Sandy Gibson

It is a recurring nightmare for many people, that they waken up one morning to find out their teeth are loose, and panic, visit their dentist, or more usually try to find a dentist because their last visit was several years ago, and then discover they have to have one or several teeth extracted and a denture fitted.

If you are reading this, and you feel one or more teeth have become loose, you must see a dental professional without delay. Please don’t think that this is something that happens to everyone in your family because your parents and grandparents have false teeth. It doesn’t have to happen to you.

The process of gum disease begins with bleeding gums, normally almost ignored, and tragically many people won’t brush because they say it makes their gums bleed, and so it must be doing harm. This is the moment to brush harder, to use floss, the string between your teeth, and to visit your dental professional. Don’t be silly and act ostrich like with your head stuck firmly in the sand, because you are at the start of a rock downward road that could end up in tooth loss.

If this bleeding used to be the case and you didn’t seek advice because you thought it was cured, then think again. Your gum disease has gone under the gum, and it is burrowing away probably without you even noticing.

There are tell-tale signs if you can be bothered to look, and all you need is a well lit bathroom mirror. Just look at the gums where they meet your teeth. If your teeth look longer then it won’t be your age, but a serious, or potentially tooth loss threatening problem. Being long in the tooth isn’t any more a reflection of your age, more an indication of the health of your teeth and gums.

The gum should come up to a nice point between your teeth, and you shouldn’t be able to see a gap above between your teeth. Indeed if you can see a space, or the gum is now flat without the pointed bit, then you have a problem.

Are you finding your teeth are sensitive when you brush, or eating fruit like pineapple or when you have a cold drink, the chances arte the roots of your teeth have been exposed by shrinking gums.

If you aren’t sure obviously consult your dentist if you have one, but any doubt can be cast aside if you can see a line where the colour of the tooth darkens and that is above the gum edge. That is where your gum used to be in days gone by, before the slow steady sure progress of gum disease.

Finally if at the gum edge you can see a white, creamy, hard coating which you can just about get off with a finger nail, but with difficulty, you have scale, and a problem. If on the other hand the edge of your gum has a black line then this is almost certainly what dentists call sub gingival[under the gum] scale which needs removal by a dental professional hygienist.

All of these signs indicate serious problems in store, and the worst case scenario then is pain and swelling, caused by a gum abscess because the spaces between gum and tooth are now so large and deep you impact food down there and you develop an infection.

The tall and the short of it is this. If you have any of the above problems go and see your dentist.

About the Author: Sandy Gibson is the pseudonym of a practising dentist, author and newspaper correspondent. he also writes websites and suggests you check out his newest website Orthomatic Adjustable Beds and specifically Adjustable Bed Mattress

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When Should You Consider Veneers For Your Teeth?

2010-09-11T09:44:00.000-07:00

When Should You Consider Veneers For Your Teeth?

By Rich Russell

Teeth whitening is becoming more and more popular these days and not just for reasons of vanity. They say that you don’t get a second chance to make a good first impression, and there are many situations where that is vital. In business negotiations, job interviews and first dates, your smile can be your fortune. What impression do you make if you are embarrassed about your teeth and are reluctant to hold your head up and smile?

There are many alternative methods available from home kits to more advanced and more expensive professional treatments. But while the methods differ, the objective is the same, to whiten your own teeth. Veneers are one way that you can take things a stage further. A veneer is a very thin layer of porcelain or sometimes a composite material that is bonded to and covers your own teeth. This can provide benefits beyond mere whitening.

In what circumstances are veneers right for your teeth?

A consultation with a dental professional is essential if you are considering veneers. While teeth whitening only changes the colour of your teeth, veneers can also change their look in terms of shape and position and can also close up small gaps between teeth. If individual teeth are discoloured, veneers can be made to match them to the good ones. A slight thickening of the veneer can cover a small chip and make the tooth look sound.

What is involved?

In order for the covering to bond to the teeth properly, a key has to be made. That is, the surface has to be slightly roughened. This may involve removing a very tiny amount of the enamel from the teeth. This would be the same thickness as the veneer, meaning no change in the overall size of the teeth. There should be very little discomfort from this and a local anesthetic is not always needed.

An impression can now be taken and the teeth colour matched, in preparation for the construction of the veneers. On a second visit, the finished veneers can be checked against the natural teeth. It is important that the patient is happy at this stage, since when the veneers are bonded in place, very little adjustment is possible.

What do you get for your money?

So how do veneers for your teeth compare with other teeth whitening methods? The price of veneers will vary but they are likely to be very much more expensive than most of the other whitening methods available. While many home whitening kits of various types can be bought over the counter, you will definitely require professional advice as to whether veneers are a suitable and viable option for you.

You would hope that the effect of veneers on your teeth would be better and longer lasting than the cheaper home kits, but this might not be the case. Veneers could last for 15 years but it could be as little as 5 years, which is comparable to some of the better alternatives. Your dentist will be able to give you specific advice on what results you expect, and the likely cost.

About the Author: Your smile can be your fortune. Look after it! Rich Russell is the owner of Teeethproduct.com, a resource for for people interested in improving the look and health of their teeth. visit http://www.teethproduct.com for information on maximizing your prize asset.

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Bad Teeth – How To Fix

2010-09-11T09:41:00.000-07:00

Bad Teeth – How To Fix

By Frank Denber

Having bad teeth is a not only a health problem but can also cause emotional stress. In today's society only people with a perfect white smile are considered as attractive and successful. Earlier having the perfect smile was only obtainable for movie stars and celebrities who could afford paying the high prices.

Today most of the cosmetic dental procedures are relatively cheap. While a perfect smile makeover still costs a little fortune, there is no reason anymore why you shouldn't fix a bad tooth quickly, without much pain and less cost.

Depending on your bad tooth/teeth you have several options. The most popular treatment is a simple teeth whitening which makes stained teeth white again. Today the bleaching process works very well and is safe. There are many different home bleaching sets which take you several days or weeks to get your teeth white. However, if you are not satisfied with the results or don't like the hassles involved then it's recommended to pay the higher price and get a 1 day power bleaching at your cosmetic dentist for best results.

Crooked teeth are the most common problem. Depending on how crooked they are you have different options. Slightly crooked teeth can be fixed instantly with porcelain veneers or composite resin veneers. The ultra thin veneers are directly attached to the surface of your tooth. A stronger crooked tooth will have to be shaped a little first. Veneers can be applied to all your teeth or just one. Gapped teeth can also be instantly fixed with veneers.

Really crooked teeth need to be aligned with aligners or braces. Aligners can fix slightly crooked teeth over time while braces are used when a stronger overall solution is needed. Today there are almost invisible braces which look much better then these metal braces we all hate. They are also much more comfortable to wear.

If the tooth is rotten and can't be saved then you must remove it and replace it by an implant. There is a brand new implant technology which gives you a new tooth within just one treatment. Before getting implants took months with much pain involved. Today it's much faster and less traumatic. After the CT scan unveiled the perfect point for the implant, the dentist uses a custom made prosthesis to drill with minimal invasion. You leave the chair with a new tooth in place.

A gummy smile is also a problem of many. No matter if you have perfect teeth, too much gum or an uneven gum line lets your teeth look short. Today the laser is the fix. Without pain the laser cuts the gum line within minutes.

There have been many advances the last years in cosmetic dentistry. There is no reason to have bad or unaesthetic teeth anymore.

About the Author: Frank Denber provides detailed information on bad teeth, teeth whitening, implants and more at his web site http://www.DentistryList.com

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Teeth Whitening And Sensitive Teeth

2010-09-11T09:37:00.000-07:00

Teeth Whitening And Sensitive Teeth

By Jared Winston

Tooth whitening to achieve that "perfect" smile has recently become extremely popular. However, there is a price to be paid for that beautiful smile. One of the side effects of tooth whitening is temporarily increased sensitivity to heat or cold. This increase in sensitivity is seen by most people as being a minor side effect of treatment, plus it usually goes away after treatment is over. However, if your teeth are already overly sensitive to temperature, then you may need to be more careful in choosing and using a tooth whitening method.

There are several different methods available for applying the whitening agent to your teeth. One is the tray type system, which uses a carrier tray to hold the whitening agent next to your teeth. Another method is the popular whitening "strips", which are made of very thin plastic impregnated with the whitening agent. These strips are designed to adhere to your teeth when pressed onto them firmly. Also available are gels which contain the whitening agent. They have a thick consistency which allows them to be applied to your teeth and stay until wiped off.

The increased sensitivity is caused by the main ingredient used in most tooth whitening products, either carbomide peroxide or hydrogen peroxide. These two compounds are actually forms of bleach, hence you may see the terms "tooth whitening" and "tooth bleaching" used interchangeably. If you are using a product that contains either of these compounds, there are a few steps you can take to lessen the increase in thermal sensitivity.

One way to reduce the sensitivity is to reduce the time that the tooth whitening product remains on your teeth. For example, if the instructions call for 2 hours per treatment, then reduce this to only 1 hour. Another way would be to increase the time between treatments. If the usual frequency is once per day, then try doing the treatments every other day. If you still experience discomfort you could do both - decrease the treatment time to 1 hour and perform the treatments every other day.

Remember, even people who do not initially have sensitive teeth usually experience a temporary increase in sensitivity during treatment, so you will probably still experience some discomfort. Another suggestion is to brush your teeth before and after treatment with a toothpaste especially designed for sensitive teeth. These toothpastes usually use a flouride compound to de-sensitize your teeth. There are several different ones on the market Also, if you discuss your plans with your dentist, they may able to provide you with a professional flouride treatment that can be applied at home.

One other option is available if you have tried the tooth whiteners and find that they are too uncomfortable. You can use one of the available tooth whitening toothpastes, which will clean your teeth with a mild abrasive rather than bleach them. These tooth whitening toothpastes do not use bleach, so you should not experience any added sensitivity, but they will not whiten your teeth as much as bleaching.

As your can see, if you have sensitive teeth, the tooth whitening process may take longer and require a little extra effort, but you should be able to achieve the same results in the end: a whiter, brighter smile.

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All-Ceramic Crowns Help Give You a Beautiful Smile

2010-09-11T09:35:00.000-07:00

All-Ceramic Crowns Help Give You a Beautiful Smile

By Dr. Anasinski

There are times when tooth decay has destroyed a large portion of a tooth or has weakened it so significantly that a filling (or even an inlay or an onlay) is no longer a good option. When that happens, your dentist can use a crown (also known as a dental cap) to fit over your tooth and strengthen the structure of the tooth as well as restore its appearance and functioning capacity to that of a natural tooth. When a crown is needed your dentist can choose from a variety of different materials from which a crown can be created: metal, porcelain-fused-to-metal, all-resin and all-ceramic or all-porcelain.

In most cases, however, because of the features they offer that aren’t available with most crowns, an all-ceramic crown is often the best choice for repairing a tooth that needs to be capped. To begin with, all-ceramic crowns provide the best color match which helps them blend in with your natural teeth making them a desirable choice for capping front teeth or ones that show when you smile. Because there is no metal in the crown, there is no unnatural grey color near the gum line that typically occurs with crowns that are made of metal or even porcelain-fused-to-metal. The absence of this grey line helps the crown easily blend in with your natural teeth and because all-ceramic crowns are “tissue-friendly,” they encourage your gums to grow back up against your tooth as it would do with your natural teeth. Ceramic crowns are also exceptionally strong and durable and with proper dental care will last for a number of years.

When you have a cavity and your dentist determines that the natural crown of your tooth has been damaged beyond repair and needs to be replaced, he or she will prepare your tooth by removing the decay and reshaping the tooth to make room for the crown. An impression will be made of that area of your mouth and will be sent to a dental lab where your ceramic crown will be made. During the interim, your dentist will prepare a temporary crown that you will wear until your ceramic crown is ready. Once your dentist receives your ceramic crown back from the lab, the temporary crown will be removed and your dentist will ensure that your tooth is cavity- free and ready for the placement of your permanent crown. When the ceramic crown is placed, it will look and function just like a natural, healthy tooth.

Fully functioning beautiful teeth are important not only for your health but also for the way that you feel about yourself and your smile. Because they can be matched to blend in well with the natural color of your teeth and because they are so “tissue friendly” ceramic crowns are the best choice when it comes to giving you a beautiful smile.

If you currently have crowns in your teeth that are made from metal or other materials and they detract from your smile, check with your dentist to see if they can be replaced with a natural-looking all-ceramic crown that will look beautiful and last for many years.

About the Author: Dr. Anasinski completed her residency in Periodontics at Northwestern University and is Assistant Clinical Professor at the University of Illinois at Chicago. She holds many prestigious positions such as Delegate to the Illinois State Dental Society. periodonticsofniles

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When Are Crowns Needed and How is a Crown Put on a Tooth?

2010-09-11T09:33:00.000-07:00

When Are Crowns Needed and How is a Crown Put on a Tooth?

By Dr. Pamela Dassenko, DDS

Crowning a tooth is one of the most common modern procedures performed by dentists on their patients. That is because using a crown can now be done rather quickly and easily and crowns solve many kinds of dental problems –from major loss or breakage to simple cosmetic issues. The way a crown works is that it is fitted on top of the unhealthy or damaged tooth – just like a crown worn on the head of a person – and it works to enclose and protect the tooth beneath it. The crown is sort of like a covering sleeve that encloses the tooth with a strong and realistic looking tooth exterior or dental façade. Best of all, good modern dental crowns that are expertly created and skillfully installed are virtually indistinguishable from real natural teeth.

Ordinarily a natural tooth has its own crown, of course, and those who are lucky to keep their original teeth enjoy healthy crowns that contribute to overall well being and dental health. When we talk about the crown we refer to the portion of the tooth that extends above the gum – the part that is white, made of bone-like hard material, and is easily visible when you look into your mouth or smile at someone. This crown is coated in hard enamel to make it tough, strong, and durable, and the crown is used to bite, cut, or grind our food.

But if something happens to that original natural crown – such as chipping, decay, or breakage – the dentist will often replace it with one made from a synthetic polymer, real gold, or porcelain. Dental crowns also work nicely when other parts of the tooth are damaged – for instance when there is a deep cavity or crack in the body of the tooth. Once the unhealthy portion of the tooth is properly repaired, the artificial crown is fastened to it or mounted over it. That provides a healthy sheath or covering for the tooth, so that bacteria and infection cannot get in and the tender nerves of the inner tooth cannot be exposed and cause pain and discomfort.

Crowns are carved and sculpted to match your original tooth or teeth, and then they are placed over the repaired, chipped, or broken tooth. Dentists use special dental adhesives to secure them in place and prevent them from coming loose or falling out, and with an excellent crown it is hard to tell the difference between it and the original healthy tooth.

If you need a new crown the doctor will usually spend one visit examining the tooth and fixing or filling the unhealthy portion. Then he or she will take exact measurements of your teeth, along with photos or X-rays. Using those as references a specialized dental sculptor will carve a new crown. Or the crown may be carved and sculpted by a high-tech computer machine. Once the crown is ready – which can take from an hour or two to a couple of weeks, depending upon your dentist and the methods used to make the crown – the dentist will install it in your mouth, polish and finesse it, and you’ll be good to go.

About the Author: Dr. Pam Dassenko has been practicing Dentistry for over 25 years. She is a 1980 graduate of Loma Linda University where she has also taught restorative dentistry and prosthodontics. Her caring and expertise are translated into beautiful and quality dental care from cosmetic to advanced modern dental procedures. http://www.drdassenko.com

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Veneers, Crowns And Bridges - What's The Difference

2010-09-11T09:31:00.001-07:00

Veneers, Crowns And Bridges - What's The Difference

By Ricky Ponting

Porcelain veneers, dental crowns, and dental bridges all have different applications in the field of cosmetic dentistry.

Porcelain veneers are very thin, custom-made porcelain shells that are created to fit over the front surfaces of your teeth. Porcelain veneers are translucent, stain resistant, and the color can be selected to give you a brighter smile. Although porcelain veneers are generally use in cosmetic dentistry to give people new and better smile, they are also used to repair dental problems. Porcelain veneers can correct:

· Worn Teeth

· Misaligned Teeth

· Disfigured Teeth

· Chipped Teeth

· Cracked Teeth

· Gaps

· Discolored Teeth

Dental crowns are used to repair teeth that are significantly worn, cracked, or broken from decay, an improper bite, grinding, clenching, age, or old fillings. Crowns are used to cover the entire portion of the tooth above the gum line. By providing a new surface, the crown gives the tooth stability, strength, and durability.

Dental bridges are used to replace one or more missing teeth. Unlike partial dentures, bridges are cemented to two dental crowns on either side of the gap and cannot be removed. People with dental bridges must pay close attention to their dental hygiene because food may get trapped around the dental bridge and can create serious health problems.

Although dental veneers, crowns, and bridges are all used to correct dental problems, they are all very different and they correct very different problems. Cosmetic dentists can use veneers, bridges, and crowns to either give you the smile that you have always wanted or to correct any problems that you have with your teeth.

Dental crowns are used to repair teeth that are significantly worn, cracked, or broken from decay, an improper bite, grinding, clenching, age, or old fillings. Crowns are used to cover the entire portion of the tooth above the gum line. By providing a new surface, the crown gives the tooth stability, strength, and durability.

Dental bridges are used to replace one or more missing teeth. Unlike partial dentures, bridges are cemented to two dental crowns on either side of the gap and cannot be removed. People with dental bridges must pay close attention to their dental hygiene because food may get trapped around the dental bridge and can create serious health problems.

Although dental veneers, crowns, and bridges are all used to correct dental problems, they are all very different and they correct very different problems. Cosmetic dentists can use veneers, bridges, and crowns to either give you the smile that you have always wanted or to correct any problems that you have with your teeth.

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A Guide On Dental Crowns: The Basics

2010-09-11T09:29:00.000-07:00

A Guide On Dental Crowns: The Basics
By Ashish Jain

Twentieth Century saw many crowns fall, many replaced, many
vanished; many became show-pieces in the museums! But the one
crown, without the command of the army that is on the rampage is
dental crown! Earlier the glory of the crown was on the head,
now it is on the teeth, mostly invisible, sealed between the
lips!

A dental crown is also known as cap-- in keeping up with the
democratic traditions. They are dental reinstallations and
cemented to encase the tooth. Dental crowns are mainly used to:

1. Build a teeth or tooth that is broken or decayed

2. Strengthen the teeth

3. In order to improve the look of a teeth or tooth.

Dental crowns, once placed are not your permanent assets. There
could be the need for replacement of the crown. They cover up
the whole area of the tooth that is visible to make a new outer
surface. It is made up of porcelain, a metal alloy or gold. With
the ever increasing price of the bullion, it is better to have
the crown/crowns in gold as it becomes an investment, if the
crown were to lose its 'power' and fall out!

Making a dental crown is an art. The role of your dental
surgeon is indirect and that of the dental technician in the
laboratory is direct. Before casting or fabricating, a dental
technician has to take into account several factors like your
bite and jaw movements from several angles. Dental crown is
created away from your mouth, unlike fillings which are created
in your mouth. This is the essential difference between the
dental fillings and the dental crown.

Dental fillings do not contribute much to enhance cosmetic
beauty of your smile, whereas dental crown achieves this
objective. Magnificently so, if it is a gold crown!

Do not go by the gold appeal and opt for dental crown, if other
options are also available. The main function of your teeth is
to masticate food. If the installation of the crown causes
problems for you, you will find it difficult to bear the day to
day irritant!

There are softer and conservative methods to improve the health
of your tooth. A porcelain veneer, dental bonding and teeth
whitening are the other options.

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The Benefits of Using All-Ceramic Crowns

2010-09-11T09:28:00.000-07:00

The Benefits of Using All-Ceramic Crowns
By Dr. Gianino

When discolored teeth don’t respond to teeth whitening or if
teeth have become cracked, broken, decayed or simply worn down,
a dental crown can be used to bring them back to a healthy state
and a beautiful appearance. A dental crown which is also known
as a “cap” covers a tooth to help restore its strength, size,
shape and appearance.

There are a variety of options when it comes to dental crowns.
They can be made from precious metal, porcelain fused to metal
or all-porcelain (ceramic). In my office, we recommend
all-ceramic crowns for a variety of reasons. To begin with, they
provide the best color match, which means we can find the right
shade of porcelain to blend with the natural color of your
teeth, even if we are going a few shades brighter to whiten your
teeth in the process.

And, because there is no metal in an all-ceramic crown, you
will not have the unnatural grey color near your gum line that
generally happens when crowns are made from materials that
include metal. Without the ‘grey line’ issue, the crown will
blend in with your natural teeth. Also, all-ceramic crowns are
“tissue friendly” allowing the gum tissue to grow back up
against the tooth which does not always happen with crowns that
contain metal. Ceramic crowns are also bio-compatible which
means no allergic reactions, hot or cold sensitivity or impact
on the taste of the foods you eat. Along with these benefits,
ceramic crowns are also very durable and with proper dental
hygiene habits should last for a number of years. In fact,
clinical studies have shown that all-ceramic crowns are
exceptionally strong.

When your dentist determines that a crown is needed to repair
or restore a tooth, any decay that is present will be removed
and your tooth will be reshaped in preparation of receiving the
crown. Once that process is completed, an impression is made of
the tooth that the crown will be covering as well as the area of
the mouth in which the tooth is located and that impression is
sent to a dental laboratory where the ceramic crown will be
created. A temporary crown is then placed on your tooth to
protect the area until your permanent crown is ready.

Once the ceramic crown is returned to the dental office, your
temporary crown will be removed and the dentist will check the
tooth to ensure that it is cavity-free and ready to receive the
permanent crown. At that time, the fit and color of the crown
will be confirmed and if necessary a local anesthetic is used to
numb the tooth while the new crown is permanently cemented in
place. Once your ceramic crown is permanently placed in your
mouth, it will look, feel and function just like your natural
teeth.

Your all-ceramic crown does not need special care, but it does
require good daily oral hygiene habits that include brushing at
least twice a day and flossing at least once a day, especially
around the area where the tooth and gum meet to protect the base
of your crown from bacterial growth. Regular dental checkups at
least once every six months are also important to ensure that
the crown has not come loose and bacteria is building up beneath
it.

Ceramic crowns can not only be used for teeth that need to be
repaired or restored, they can also be used to replace any
current crowns in your mouth that contain metal.

About the Author: Dr. Gianino has based his dental philosophy
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Dental Health Affects Your Whole Body Wellbeing

2010-09-09T22:27:00.001-07:00

Dental Health Affects Your Whole Body Wellbeing
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Jenny_Maloy] Jenny Maloy

There are many of you who take your dental health very lightly. Did you know that your dental health indirectly affects your entire body? Yea, it is true. The reason for that is quite simple as whatever goes inside your body goes through the mouth. When your teeth are not fine and consist of germs, then don't be surprised if you often have sicknesses of different kinds.

The answer to your health problems may lie in the fact that your teeth are not doing good. Visiting your dentists regularly can ensure that your teeth are fine. When you have small problems like germs and other minor problems, you can get them treated by brushing your teeth twice a day and use mouth wash. But when you have plaque and bigger infections, you will need to visit your dentist.

You need to understand the fact that dental health is not just about your teeth. That is what many of you are not aware of the fact that dental health cannot be distinguished from your general health. Like mentioned earlier, dental diseases can be the main reason for other ailments in the body. When you are suffering from plaque, it sticks to your teeth.

This is a bad layer of bacteria that can quickly attach to our teeth and gums. If the right treatment is not taken at the right time, you can suffer from serious health problems. Plaque can grow larger and sometimes slow the flow through blood vessels. Your body needs to have regular blood flow as it is important for preventing heart diseases, not to mention here attack as well.

The main reason for plaque is eating lot of sugary foods. When you are suffering from this problem, make sure you first visit your dentist and this treated and make sure not to consume too many sugary items. So, make sure you maintain your dental health as it not only prevents disease of the mouth, but leads to other bodily ailments.

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Is Bad Breath a Problem for You?

2010-09-09T22:25:00.000-07:00

Is Bad Breath a Problem for You?
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Christopher_B_John] Christopher B John

Bad breath is a problem for millions of people worldwide. There is nothing more embarrassing than having a conversation with someone and fearing that you have bad breath. On the other hand, there are not too many things worse than talking to someone who has bad smelling breath for an extended period of time. Fortunately, there are some simple things that you can do in order to eliminate your bad breath and replace it with fresh breath. Most people with smelly breath can be treated with store bought solutions to the problem. However, there are some cases where bad breath cannot be cured by anything bought in a store. In severe cases like this it is recommended that you seek the help of a qualified doctor.

Brushing your teeth daily will help to eliminate your horrendous breath. Though this solution seems obvious there are people who struggle with it. Make sure that you are brushing the fronts, tops, and back of your teeth. Also, make sure that you are brushing down near your gums. Your gums are a great place for bacteria that causes bad germs to build up. Scrub your gums thoroughly in order to help eliminate the problem. Don't forget about brushing your tongue. The tongue is another one of those problem areas that can cause bad smelling breath. Cleaning the tongue will go a long way into curing the problem.

In addition to brushing, you should be using mouthwash on a daily basis. Mouthwash will leave your mouth feeling clean and your breath smelling fresh. Mouthwash is great for killing the bacteria that lead to less than desirable breath as well as removing any food particles that may be trapped in your gums or between your teeth.

All in all, bad breath is a serious issue that can cause health problems while holding you back socially. Make sure you take care of this at once!

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Tips to Keep Your Teeth White

2010-09-09T22:19:00.001-07:00

Tips to Keep Your Teeth White
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Austin_Taylor_V_Coopes] Austin Taylor V Coopes

These days, a lot more and much more UK customers are interested in maintaining their the teeth as white as feasible. While it's been stated that very first impressions are lasting impressions, it is definitely accurate to suggest that the shade of our the teeth can surely impact people's perception of us.
The good news is that you can use a variety of procedures to retain your the teeth as white colored as probable. Right here are some of the most well-liked items and procedures:

1. Clean, floss and rinse appropriately.

This is 1 of the simplest however most efficient ways to continue to keep your teeth as bright white as feasible.

You ought to brush two or three times everyday, floss when, and rinse with mouthwash in the morning and evening. Make positive to wait about an hour right after eating to brush, given that your teeth's enamel will soften correct following consuming.

Also, review your brushing and flossing methods. While we do them on a day-to-day basis, as soon as we commence using the wrong strategies then we have to unlearn them - there is usually room for improvement.

2. Use whitening toothpaste.

This sort of toothpaste differs from the regular range, because it consists of elements that specialist teeth whiteners also have. Even though this toothpaste is powerful, it's also mild. So you could use it on a daily basis; nevertheless, don't assume immediate results.

3. Use natural the teeth whiteners.

Mother Nature generates some fantastic natural the teeth whiteners, such as:

o Bay leaves

o Lemons

o Orange peels

o Strawberries

o Veggies (crunchy)

These remedies are great, given that they're readily accessible, all-organic and, most importantly, efficient in whitening teeth!

4. Minimise your intake of tea, coffee, and sodas.

Even though these beverages can be oh-so-tasty, they can also stain your the teeth.

If you completely, positively should have such drinks, then you ought to minimise the amount that you consume. One more procedure you can use is to drink by means of a straw.

The straw will allow the drinks to flow past your teeth, and therefore prevent staining them.

5. Check out your dentist for regular checkups.

"Regular" indicates biannually, at least. Whilst normal dental checkups are essential, it's anything that we frequently retain delaying till cavities form in our the teeth.

Especially with all the stuff identified in modern food, it's crucial that we let a dentist to periodically scrape away the plaque and tarter buildup on our teeth. Whilst a everyday tooth cleaning is critical, it's not enough to preserve white colored and healthy teeth!

6. Clean with baking soda.

This is 1 of the oldest however most effective techniques to continue to keep your the teeth white-colored. All you require to do is blend some water and baking soda, to generate your personal homemade toothpaste. Make positive to clean twice employing it.

7. Use above-the-counter the teeth whiteners.

Whilst a cornucopia of teeth-whitening products is accessible, gels have a tendency to be the overall most successful ones.

They're safe, convenient, cost-effective, and powerful. They can be applied rapidly, as and when they are required, to give your teeth higher radiance. Inside a brief quantity of time you can knowledge whiter teeth.

After you've attained white colored the teeth, it's essential that you keep them. These suggestions will assist to maintain your the teeth sparkling white, and free of charge of unsightly stains. Indeed, prevention is greater than cure!

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Natural Teeth Whitening Tips For a Healthy Smile

2010-09-09T22:16:00.000-07:00

Natural Teeth Whitening Tips For a Healthy Smile
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Kirsten_Whittaker]Kirsten Whittaker

We all know that brushing and flossing are the best way to keep your smile looking its best, but top natural teeth whitening tips include enjoying foods that are "tooth friendly", and avoiding ones that are trouble go a long way toward keeping your smile sparkling and your gums healthy. Your teeth are strong and pretty resilient overall, but if you have any root canals or fillings that tooth is typically weaker. Bite down on something hard (ice, hard candy, olives, fruits that have pits or unpopped popcorn) and you're more likely to suffer a crack or fracture in such a tooth, and an emergency trip to your dentist to boot.

When it comes to a great looking smile, one of the best (not the easiest mind you) thing you can do is to limit snacking. Beyond adding calories to your diet, snacking interrupts the flow of saliva meant to cleanse the mouth and teeth to remove cavity-producing substances. Constant snacking continually exposes your teeth to substances that erode enamel, which is why experts suggest you limit eating to three meals a day. If you do snack, choose a food that's healthier, as these are less likely to cause tooth decay.

To ensure your smile always looks its best, here are seven things to add to your diet:

1. Water is the most natural, calorie free thirst quencher around, and helps to wash acid producing foods from the teeth and mouth.

2. Sugar free drinks are ideal if you like something with a bit more taste. These also serve to wash the acid producing food from the mouth.

3. Sugar free gum increases the flow of saliva, this helps to neutralize acids in the mouth and thus protect the enamel of the teeth. This is a great choice when you're craving something sweet, but are watching your calorie intake.

4. Citrus fruit though acidic also increases the flow of saliva. Oranges, grapefruits and other such fruits offer protection to enamel because they contain a lot of water that washes away food and acids.

5. Cheese and milk not only encourage saliva production, the proteins in these foods also act as a buffer against acids so the enamel of the tooth is protected from erosion. There are studies that suggest these foods might possibly strengthen the protective minerals found in the surface of your teeth.

6. Fish and flax are thought to reduce inflammation and offer protection against gum disease. Omega-3 fatty acids are the most potent anti-inflammatory nutrients, and people who eat a lot of them are more resistant to both inflammation and infection, perhaps gum disease as well.

7. Cocoa has substances that keep inflammation in check and might also help protect teeth against erosion and decay. Dark chocolate is lower in sugar than the milk chocolate variety. And chocolate milk, which does have some sugar, does not appear to up the risk of cavities.

Now that you've seen what to add, here are some things to avoid...

1. Sugary drinks: When the bacteria in the mouth break down simple sugars they produce acids that can erode enamel and create pits where cavities form. Because we sip them, these drinks raise acid levels over a long period of time. Carbonated drinks are especially bad, as the carbonation ups acidity. Some research has singled out sports drinks as the worst offenders.

2. Candy and sweetened snacks: No surprise here since most of these are loaded with sugar that increases acid levels in the mouth. Sticky and gummy candies are the most destructive choice of all because they adhere to the tooth surface, making it hard for saliva to clean the teeth.

3. Sugary breakfast foods: These have a mix of sugar and starch, more likely to get stuck in the plaque between teeth. Ready to eat breakfast cereal, pastries and many processed (though highly convenient) breakfast foods are best avoided if you want to maintain a healthy smile.

4. Some starches: Breads, pasta, rice and potatoes raise the destructive acid levels in the mouth. The more refined (or cooked) a starch is, the more likely it will raise acid levels. Raw starches don't endanger tooth enamel.

5. Coffee, tea and red wine: Beyond the fact that these beverage tend to stain the tooth surface, these drinks are typically sipped, allowing the acid levels in the mouth to remain high over a much longer period of time.

So, by following these natural teeth whitening tips you can have a bright and healthy smile with minimum intervention and cost.

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Teeth Whitening Products - How Do You Decide?

2010-09-09T22:14:00.000-07:00

Teeth Whitening Products - How Do You Decide?
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Kenneth_W._Edwards] Kenneth W. Edwards

I can just see hundreds, if not thousands, of people every day standing in their local stores, staring at all the teeth whitening products on the shelves. Confused and dazed, they finally just go "Eeny Meeny Miny Mo", and pick one to try. If you are one of those confused folks, welcome. Here you can get info to help you make an informed decision between the different types of product available.

All Teeth Whitening Kits Clean With The Same Stuff

With rare exception, over the counter cleaning kits use lower concentrations of the same chemicals that dentists use. Cleaning with a dentist will be more effective, but is a lot of hassle and expense. Just like the dentist, these methods generally use concentrations of hydrogen peroxide and carbamide. The levels are lower to allow for safe home use.

Teeth Whitening Strips - A Surface Treatment Only

Strips are one of the stronger products available. They can be placed over the teeth, and are generally comfortable. The downside to this - they will only whiten the surface of the teeth that they are physically touching. Getting the area between each tooth can be a problem, and getting the back molars can be a problem. If your teeth are heavily stained, you can end up with white fronts, and still be able to see the stain remnants between the teeth.

Teeth Whitening Trays - Not If You Gag Easy

Like strips, trays are one of the stronger products on the market. There is a bit more mess to them. Since the trays are put over the teeth, they do a good job of evenly cleaning all surfaces evenly. However, some people have a gag reflex that is triggered by having the trays in their mouths. While it may give the best results of all the methods, it is the least comfortable.

Teeth Whitening Gels - Saliva Is A Problem

Gels are just painted on teeth that you dry first. Then you allow the gel to dry. After drying, you wipe off the residue. Sounds quite simple. It gives you the advantage of doing specific teeth individually, if you want. One problem. You have to keep the saliva off the teeth that you are cleaning. All that messing around may trigger your mouth to produce more saliva. If I smell something good to eat, I would have that problem. It also is more difficult to keep the back teeth dry long enough to get the best cleaning effect.

Teeth Whitening Pens - Precision Application

Pens are the most recent innovation in teeth cleaning solution delivery. Much like gels, pens give you that "paint on" method. They do give an extra level of precision, and they are very portable. Just slip in your pocket for use anywhere. For best effect, you still have to dry the teeth first, and let the solution from the pen dry as well.

When Should You Use A Dentist Instead?

If your teeth are heavily stained, and you need 5 to 7 levels of whitening, then you will need to go through the expense of seeing a dentist. They also may have the laser whitening option, currently the method used to get the best results possible. Only they can tell you what is possible. While a kit can give you dramatic whitening, it is not likely. It is, however, a good first step.

No matter what "do it yourself" teeth whitening products you use, they are variations on the delivery method of the chemicals to the tooth surface. Just check the precautions above, and choose one to start. Compared to a visit to the dentist, all are relatively inexpensive, and if used properly, relatively harmless. Enjoy your brighter teeth!

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Cosmetic Dentistry - Crowns and Bridges

2010-09-09T22:12:00.000-07:00

Cosmetic Dentistry - Crowns and Bridges
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Dave_Stringham] Dave Stringham

A bonding is a composite resin that is used as an alternative to amalgams and veneers. This is an excellent cosmetic option for those patients who do not want the look of silver in their mouths and do not want the expense of veneers. Bondings can be used on teeth that are decayed, cracked, or stained.

Procedure

The bonding procedure is usually completed in one visit. The first step is to remove the decayed or unsightly portion of the tooth. The tooth is then etched with a liquid or gel and a bonding agent is then applied. This will allow the composite resin to be placed in the prepared tooth. The resin is then trimmed and polished, leaving you with a beautifully sculpted, natural-looking restoration.

Bonding Durability

Although composite resins are cosmetically pleasing and easily placed, their durability is not as strong as other types of restorations. These resins typically last from 4-7 years before they begin to chip and wear away. When this happens, the restoration will need to be replaced.

A bridge is one of the few options that you have when deciding how to deal with a missing tooth or teeth. The replacement of these missing teeth is necessary in order to maintain the proper mouth functions. Tooth loss can affect the way you eat, speak, and the alignment of other teeth in your mouth.

Types of Bridges

A bridge, by definition, is a link or connection between two permanent structures. A dental bridge is very similar in that it attaches the restorative teeth (bridge) to the natural teeth on either side of the gap. This acts as your new teeth, closing the gap and restoring your smile. These are often constructed of gold or metal foundations with porcelain fused to the foundation. This ensures that the bridge will support the normal functions of the mouth.

They can either be fixed or removable. A fixed bridge is bonded to the natural teeth, or abutments, and can not be removed by the patient. A removable oneis often attached by metal and can be removed for cleaning purposes. We will determine which of these options is more appropriate for your specific situation.

Procedure

The procedure begins with preparation of the natural teeth, or abutments. We will shape the abutment teeth so that the ends of the bridge will fit comfortably on each one. The next step is to take an impression of the area. This impression will be sent to our lab where your new restoration will be crafted. While this new tooth is created, we will provide you with a temporary restoration. Our temporary restorations will resemble your natural teeth so that you can continue with your daily life without worrying about a missing or unattractive tooth.

During your second visit to the office, we will proceed with the placement of your final restoration. This bridge will be fitted comfortably into the mouth. We will make every effort to ensure that the new one feels exactly like your natural teeth. The final step in the process is to cement the bridge into your mouth, leaving you with a beautifully restored smile. It is best to refrain from eating for at least 2 hours and until the anesthesia has worn off to prevent possibly injury to your soft tissue

Temporary: Please be careful when cleaning around the temporary restoration. Do not pull up on the temporary when flossing this area. Make sure to brush this area gently and not to chew any hard foods on the restoration. If your temporary comes off between appointments, please call our office so that we can reapply it for you.

Sensitivity: Sensitivity to hot and cold is to be expected following treatment. For the first few days, try to avoid extremely hot or cold foods and beverages

It is normal to have discomfort in the gums around the tooth after the anesthesia wears off. If you feel discomfort in the gum tissue, rinse the area with warm salt water. You can also take an Advil or Tylenol if the discomfort persists.

Permanent Crown/Bridge: When the final restoration is placed, your bite may feel a little different. This is just your mouth adjusting to the new addition. If it still feels off in a few days, please call the office for a slight adjustment.

Home Care: It is important to resume regular brushing and flossing immediately. A consistent daily home care routine will increase the longevity of the restoration.

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What You Need to Know About Dental Crowns

2010-09-09T22:11:00.000-07:00

What You Need to Know About Dental Crowns
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Doug_F_Smith] Doug F Smith

What are dental crowns?
Dental crowns are a fixed prosthesis that is manufactured by a dental lab that actually cements onto/over your natural tooth structure.

There are three types of dental crowns.
Ceramic. Ceramic crowns are an all-porcelain.
Porcelain that is fused to a metal substance such as gold or silver.
Full gold crown.

Why do teeth require dental crowns?
Typically a crown is required when a tooth is broken and a large portion of tooth structure is lost, such as a broken cusp or the filling broke out along with some of the tooth structure. In these cases, the tooth is so compromised that it:
1. Will not hold a large filling and...
2. Because it's compromised, it needs something to cover the structure in order to protect what's left.

To receive a dental crown, the tooth is prepared and a mold is made. The crown will actually cement right over the top of the natural tooth structure. This is done to protect the remaining integrity of a tooth and to prolong its life and longevity.

What is the difference between a crown and a porcelain veneer?
Porcelain veneers actually are used generally in the front teeth and they're similar to a fake fingernail. A very thin piece of glass or porcelain is manufactured by the dental lab which will actually be cemented onto the front surface of the tooth. The tooth actually underneath the veneer is what gives the veneer some strength. The veneer in itself is not very strong at all, versus a crown, which actually derives its strength from the thickness of the porcelain or the metal underlying the crown.

Crowns generally will last most of a person's life if they're placed well and the person has good oral hygiene. Insurance companies allow crowns to be replaced every five years typically, some longer than that. Typically crowns will last several years. I've seen crowns last 20 or 30 years and so they can be good, long-term restoration when the tooth integrity is compromised. http://loganutahdentist.com Doug Smith has been practicing dentistry in Logan Utah for over 17 years. His down to earth friendly style makes him easy to like. Doug is a favorite for many loyal and happy patients. He lives with his wife and 3 children in Logan Utah.

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Dental Periodontal Disease - Can Bleeding Gums Give You Heart Disease & Diabetes?

2010-09-09T22:10:00.000-07:00

Dental Periodontal Disease - Can Bleeding Gums Give You Heart Disease & Diabetes?
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Richard_Neufeld,_DDS] Richard Neufeld, DDS

New scientific studies are confirming emerging evidence that low-grade inflammation (like gum disease) is a factor in the development of heart disease, diabetes, cancer, Alzheimer's and other illnesses.

A study in the New England Journal of Medicine showed that women with high levels of C-reactive protein (CRP), which measures inflammation, are twice as likely as those with high cholesterol to die from heart attacks and strokes. British researchers also found that patients with a high CRP level had more then six times the risk of developing diabetes within 5 years.

Gum disease, also known as periodontal disease, is one of our most common infections. It is a chronic inflammation that is estimated to effect about 80% of the American population. It is also contagious, and often passed on to family members. In addition to being a cause of inflammation, it is believed that bacteria in your mouth can enter the blood stream through oral tissue or the stomach when swallowed. This allows the bacteria and infection to spread to other areas of the body.

Inflammation is an immune system response to injury or illness that helps our bodies heal. When there is a chronic irritation stimulating the immune system continuously the chemicals and proteins involved can be toxic to the tissue. Allergies and auto immune diseases are also caused by the over stimulation of the immune system. Other common sources of inflammation include asthma, stomach or bowel problems, multiple sclerosis, arthritis, heart disease, diabetes, and hepatitis.

So what can you do?

1. Quit smoking - smoking keeps the circulatory system and lungs constantly inflamed.
2. Oral Health Care - see your dentist and hygienist regularly and brush and floss daily to prevent oral infection.
3. Diet - eating a diet low in saturated fat and high in antioxidant-rich fruits and vegetables helps prevent inflammation.
4. Exercise -reduces fat and fat cells are believed to produce inflammatory substances.
5. Medications- check with your doctor about taking daily aspirin or other medications available that help lower CRP levels.

Preventing gum disease and other inflammations may help you live longer and healthier. Please give your dentist a chance to make a difference in your life.

Bite of Wisdom: Remember to be tender with the young, compassionate with the aged, sympathetic with the striving, and tolerant of the weak or strong. Because someday in your life you will have been all of these.

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So Many Toothbrushes - What Is the Difference?

2010-09-09T22:08:00.000-07:00

So Many Toothbrushes - What Is the Difference?
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Melanie_Garrett] Melanie Garrett

Are you confused about which kind of toothbrush is the best? Is there really a difference? It depends on your needs and everyone's needs are different.

There are basically two types of toothbrushes - powered and manual. Powered toothbrushes can be electric or battery operated. The electric ones have a cord and must be plugged in. The battery operated ones just need the batteries to be replaced every now and then. People who have a lot of plaque do well with the powered ones. The powered toothbrushes with a round head work better than the ones that go back and forth or up and down. Its circular motion gets in between the teeth better.

There are so many kinds of manual toothbrushes. A soft one is better. The medium and hard ones will wear down the enamel because they are abrasive. Choose one that has a head with bristles that are uneven and stick out in different directions. The flat heads that are straight will not get in between the teeth as thoroughly.

If you have a small mouth you may want to go with a compact (small) head. If you have a big mouth you may prefer a large head. My personal favorite has rubber bristles around the edges. It makes me feel like I have had a gum massage. These are very good for people with periodontal problems, gum disease or bleeding gums.

It does not matter which brand you use. They all offer the same types of toothbrushes. Do not spend a lot of money on them. You can get a good powered toothbrush for $5 - $20. A good manual brush costs $2 - $5. I know people who have spent $100 on one. This is not necessary.

One more tip: Try dipping your toothbrush in Listerine and brushing your gums. This will kill bacteria, stop bleeding and make your mouth feel so clean and fresh.

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The Dreaded Dental Surgery - Wisdom Tooth Removal

2010-09-09T22:07:00.000-07:00

The Dreaded Dental Surgery - Wisdom Tooth Removal
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Michael_Russell] Michael Russell

Removal of wisdom teeth is one of the most feared dental procedures. Everyone has heard a horror story about dry socket or infections that occurred after the removal of wisdom teeth. What many people don't realize is that wisdom tooth removal can be simple and pain free if done early enough. Most dentists will monitor the growth and placement of these teeth during the teen years. They will recommend removal when the time is right based on the patient's age and the development of the teeth. It is important to stay on track with regular dental checkups to make sure these teeth are removed at the optimal time.

Wisdom teeth usually erupt between the ages of 17 and 24. There are normally four teeth that come in, two on top and two on bottom. Some people never get all four teeth in a condition called hypodontia. Wisdom teeth are known as third molars because they are in the back of the mouth behind the second molars. Dentists usually recommend removal of these teeth early on to avoid major dental complications that can arise as time goes by. The older a patient is, the more difficult removal can be because the teeth are more firmly attached to the jaw. What should be a simple dental procedure gets much more complicated the longer it is neglected.

Removal of wisdom teeth is suggested due to the lack of space on the jaw for this extra tooth. Typically the jaw is not large enough for these extra teeth and as a result, the rest of the teeth will end up being very crowded. Many times the tooth will grow in sideways or at an angle due to the limited space and curvature of the jaw. When this happens, the tooth is considered to be impacted and complications can arise. Impacted wisdom teeth can damage the teeth next to them and require extra dental procedures to fix the adjacent teeth. Infections can also arise as food can get trapped between the crowded teeth or under the gums where it is harder to floss.

It is up to the patient to decide if he is ready to have his wisdom teeth removed, however, most dentists will encourage removal while it is still a simple dental procedure. Complications can arise if wisdom teeth are not removed at the suggested time. The older the patient, the higher the risk of nerve damage following the procedure. As a result, paresthesia, or numbness of the chin, lips, or tongue can occur. Paresthesia can last from several days to several months. This condition is rare in teenagers and as high as 10% in people older than 35. Cysts and tumors can also develop if given enough time. Not to mention that the healing process will be much quicker and easier on younger patients.

While wisdom tooth extraction can be a simple and pain free dental experience, there are risks of complications regardless of the patient's age. Dry Socket is the most common complication. In dry socket, the blood clot has become dislodged from the hole where the tooth was. This condition is extremely painful and is not easily alleviated with pain medications. Patients are encouraged not to smoke or drink out of straws to avoid dry socket. Abscess, swelling, soreness and excessive bleeding are also other potential complications. The dentist can evaluate any problems experienced and either recommend additional dental treatments or prescribe antibiotics or painkillers.

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How to Look After Your Children's Teeth

2010-09-09T22:03:00.000-07:00

How to Look After Your Children's Teeth
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Adam_Singleton] Adam Singleton

Good dental hygiene is something that every family member should have, whatever the age, but when it comes to children, it's even more important to make sure that teeth are properly looked after. As a child develops, their teeth start to harden and lay the foundations that will hopefully be there for their whole life, so it is good to establish proper brushing habits from a young age.

Recently the NHS announced that a significant amount of money is being spent daily on treating dental problems that could have easily been prevented if appropriate care had been taken during childhood. In light of this, here are some tips on how to look after your children's teeth.

As soon as your child's teeth start to appear, begin using a soft infants' toothbrush twice a day, leading onto using regular fluoride toothpaste as your child begins nursery. For a developing child, fluoride is an essential part of dental health, as it helps strengthen the teeth from a young age, so if you live in an area with fluoride in the water supply, perhaps consider using fluoride tablets occasionally.

With children of all ages, the most common reason for visiting the dentist can usually be traced back to diet. Unfortunately children often have an insatiable sweet tooth, which obviously poses a risk to perfect teeth, so booking regular dental appointments is necessary; at least every six months. Likewise, try and limit the amount of sugar your child has in their diet, as too much will cause cavities by reacting to the mouth's natural bacteria to form an acid which, if not cleaned away regularly, leaves teeth with small holes in them. These cavities are notoriously common in children, but can be avoided if your child brushes their teeth twice every day. Brushing is always essential, but your child's teeth will stay healthy longer if they eat more 'tooth friendly' snacks like crackers, fruit and cheese.

For many families, getting dental treatment on the NHS is not an option and therefore they have to incur hefty private dental bills. Having work carried out on your child's teeth is never cheap, so by getting your child into good habits from an early age, you can not only save money but also maintain your child's healthy teeth and gums for longer.

Essentials to remember are first make sure your child is using the correct brushing technique, if they're not then perhaps ask your dentist to advise on how best they should brush, and then make sure that they aren't skipping brushing their teeth now and then, as this is how tooth decay starts. However, for comprehensive peace of mind, and to avoid any surprise emergency dental bills, consider getting rel=nofollow [http://www.boots.com/en/Dental-Insurance-Home_852831/]dental insurance.

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NHS Worst Health Service in Europe - How to Fix it?

2010-09-09T22:02:00.000-07:00

NHS Worst Health Service in Europe - How to Fix it?
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Nadeem_Walayat] Nadeem Walayat

Why ?

Because those that decide on where the money is spent, are those that benefit from that money going straight into their own pockets. That's GP,s Hospital Doctors, Consultants and other Managerial NHS Staff.

Those that should be benefiting from a tripling in expenditure, i.e. the Patients have very little say on whether a GP service or Hospital is rubbish, and should be closed down. No, its the staff of that institution which decide that they should continue in practice, maybe they feel they deserve 30% pay rises per annum ? I.e. as GP's have enjoyed in recent years.

Though, I'm sure that 99% of patients would strongly disagree and perhaps even suggest that the GP and NHS services have deteriorated in recent years. As to save costs foreign doctors and staff have been brought in who can barely utter two words of English, dumped into the casualty words and after hour GP service areas. Who basically do not have a clue what they are doing !

Whether it by the GP surgery, casualty or the multitude of NHS departments such as the eye clinics. Invariable the first port of call is a foreign doctor or 'practician' with poor language skills accompanies dubious qualifications that has the power to send patients away with real symptoms. Who only later, after the condition has deteriorated are referred back to the said department to do the job properly ! Or in other circumstances the patient has gone off to PAY for private healthcare that is the whole purpose of the NHS's existence to service.

Even injured soldiers returning from the Iraq war, dumped in the NHS are complaining that they should be treated in Military Hospitals because the quality of healthcare is so bad. Better treatment than the rest of us ? There used to be 11 Military hospitals, now there is just 1.

Things are bad and expected to get much worse, despite the extra billions thrown at the NHS year in year out which just results in ever more cuts ! The next big cloud hanging over the NHS is the £61 billion pensions black hole that continues to grow ! This will mean more resources will be diverted from healthcare to fund the lush pension schemes that the vast majority of British public can only dream about.

What can be done about it ?

1. Avoid sentimentality - Don't get automatically sucked into the gravy train brigades persistent resistance to any type of market orientated reforms that attempt to introduce accountability and some resemblance of patient say in the matter. After all as anyone knows, money talks, but NOT currently where the NHS is free at the point of delivery !

2. Research the Facts - Do some research into the actual state of the NHS. Look at the facts rather than the propaganda. The facts speak for themselves. I.e. GP's rewarding themselves 30% annual pay rises. Hospitals running with outdated procedures, because the Consultants don't want to update into the 21st Century. An NHS where nurses and staff cannot even perform rudimentary hygiene, hence the outbreaks of 'super bugs' killing over 5000 a year.

3. Evaluate the alternatives to the current NHS system- The system is NOT working. And something drastic needs to be done. £110+ billions a year is more than enough to provide a decent health-care system We are paying for it, but not receiving it. Hence the people to decide whether a hospital is good or rubbish or a GP surgery is good or rubbish is the PATIENT, NOT those on the gravy train ! Not the Doctors, NOt the Management, Not the Consultants. But the Patients ! And it they decide the service is more or less worthless than THAT hospital or GP Surgery should be closed !

4. Reduce Reliance on Foreign Workers - As with the experiences of people in the Britain, by the switch to Foreign Call Centre's, the quality of service experienced has dropped. We should be training more of our young unemployed to be employed in the NHS rather than shifting in foreign workers from all over the world with relatively poor language skills, lack of understanding of the culture and patients and what the NHS is. Who invariable come from a culture where healthcare is paid for at the point of delivery. Hence when dropped into a free NHS system, invariably adopt the arrogance associated with treating someone for Free! Well its NOT Free, British tax payers, pay through the nose for this health care service.

5. Work for the NHS or the Private Sector - Not Both -The Doctors and Consultants need to be reigned in, they either work solely for the NHS, or they work solely for the private sector, this business of GP's collecting £100k+ on the NHS AND working for the private sector is totally unacceptable ! If someone on benefits also worked, then they would be in the courts for benefit fraud. This is one of the problems why we have to drag in foreign doctors to cover for NHS doctors off on a private session.

6. Part-Payment System - Both the patients, doctors and other medical practioners need to be able to see the monetary value of the service they are providing. This may mean a full privitisation of the NHS, or it may mean some sort of pre-payment, part-payment or voucher system. Where the money goes with the patient. So rather then view the patient as an inconvenience to get rid of quickly through the door, so as the next person can come in to up the numbers. The actual service from THAT patient directly carries a real value that the patient has a say with where it should go. I.e. choice of service. As with private medicine. The Hospital or Doctor you have booked a session with understands that they need to always do a good job ! Else they will lose business. This does NOT happen in the NHS, rather the poorer the service the more money in the pocket as less costs are incurred in treatment of patients.

A part-payment system is employed successfully in much of Europe, including socialist France where patients pay 1 euros towards a consultation. Even a small sum being handed over by the patient to the GP carries with it some exchange of value. If such a system were implemented in the UK where say each patient paid £10 per consultation then the quality of service afforded to patients would improve greatly !

A part-payment system would also make patients resistance to visiting their GP's with trivial conditions such as colds and flu.

7. GP Contracts mess needs to be fixed - The call went out that Doctors should have greater say in surgery budgets. Well we saw what the consequences of this was, GP's awarding themselves 30% pay deals per annum. Human nature being what it is, greed has meant billions are being wasted. Therefore there needs to be an urgent review of poorly thought out contracts and salaries and Lush pension schemes need to be reigned in so that there is some sort of incentive to perform effective the day to day duties of patient diagnosis rather then day dream of how to spend the extra thousands given as a result of Government incompetence and the greed of GP's.

8. Effective Management of Hospitals - Take power away from consultants and doctors and place it with people who know how to manage a large organisation, brought in from the private sector. Literally thousands of patients are needlessly dieing due to hospitals using outdated techniques and procedures, because consultants and other medical staff are resistance to change. This was recently highlighted in a BBC2 documentary

following Management Guru Gerry Robinson's attempts at diagnosing the NHS's terminal condition.

In the final analysis, we have to decide, do we want an national heath service that is primarily for those that work for it, or for the patients for whom it is meant to serve.

By Nadeem Walayat

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The Failure of NHS Dentistry Equals More Reforms

2010-09-09T21:59:00.000-07:00

The Failure of NHS Dentistry Equals More Reforms
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Dr_John_Mantel] Dr John Mantel

It may not be a surprise to many people who use NHS dentistry on a regular basis, but a recent study has revealed that NHS dentistry has actually gotten worse since a reform was introduced by the government less than half a decade ago. As the relationship between NHS dentistry and the public becomes increasingly fractured ,more and more patients are beginning to opt for private dentistry than ever before.

In 2006 the government issued a new dental contract in order to improve the standards of NHS dentistry, which was, by the accounts of dentists and patients alike, badly in need of reform. Now, just three years after that reform, an independent review (that was commissioned by the government) has reported that the previous reform has done what many in England thought impossible: it has caused standards of NHS dentistry to fall even lower.

One of the most intriguing things that has been brought to light by the independent review is that over one million fewer patients visited an NHS dentist in the two years after the contract was brought in than had visited an NHS dentist in the two years prior to this. As a result of this, it looks like NHS dentistry is in line for yet another reform.

Andy Burnham, the Health Secretary, is one of the only people who has not acknowledged the reform as a total failure. However, most commentators on the subject are long past acknowledging that and a question being put forward regularly by commentators is that of why the 2006 reform was not successful.

An obvious reason for the failure of the 2006 reform lies in the story behind one particular statistic. NHS figures show that around one thousand dentists chose to stop doing NHS work when the reform was brought in, which was a move predicted by many unions at the time. Some went into retirement and others chose to move toward exclusively private work. However, one of the main reasons for the reform was the lack of NHS dentists. In certain areas of England it was virtually impossible for people living there to even access an NHS dentist. On top of this, many dentists signed the 2006 contract "in dispute". This meant that months were spent in discussion of the terms and conditions between managers and the dentistry profession, further complicating and delaying the reform.

These problems were, of course, just the tip of the iceberg, and the political opposition parties have been extremely vocal in their criticism of the reforms. One spokesperson for the Liberal Democrats went as far as to call NHS dentistry a "national disgrace."

Put simply, the changes made to NHS dentistry have been received very badly because they have not worked out and now the NHS contract is being totally reworked once again. It is hoped that the new contract will make it easier for patients to access information regarding dentists in their area, particularly ones who have NHS slots free. This will be done by setting up helplines for patients to call. It is also suggested that they will be able to call NHS Direct to get the information. The payment fee system is also due for a reworking.

Ultimately, private dentists have already benefited greatly from the poor image NHS dentistry has brought upon itself over the past decade, which is an image that the public will take some time to forget. A reform that actually works would certainly be a step in the right direction.

This article is free to republish provided the authors resource box below remains intact.

Dr John Mantel is a Dentist in Stockport who provides Dental Veneers in Manchester and full Smile Makeovers. Dr Mantel has considerable experience in guided bone regeneration techniques and bone grafting procedures, and also lectures internationally on implant dentistry.

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British Teeth Vs American Teeth

2010-09-09T21:57:00.000-07:00

British Teeth Vs American Teeth
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=John_Z_Birch] John Z Birch

British teeth are often mocked by Americans and it is something that has even been mentioned in The Simpsons. The issue of British teeth vs American teeth has been heavily publicised in the British tabloids in recent times, especially as some of our celebrities have been criticised by American reporters. Ricky Gervais was famously complimented by a US journalist for wearing what he thought were false bad teeth and the journalist was shocked to learn they were real. This sparked a debate in the British media on the state of British teeth and if we deserved to be mocked by the Americans.

In Britain today most people don't have bad teeth. Although there are a lack of NHS dentists available in some areas, many people have started investing in dental plans to make sure they can get an appointment at the dental surgery. This trend looks set to continue with more dental surgeries signing up with dental plan providers. In Britain the main concern has always been with making sure they are healthy rather than going the American route of bright white teeth. There has been an increase in cosmetic dental surgery and an increase in the use of braces and veneers.

Teeth whitening is the latest American dentistry to hit these shores even though some teeth whitening products are only available online. The rise in the popularity of teeth whitening in the UK could be attributed to the number of Brit celebrities that have had their teeth whitened. Simon Cowell recently insisted that all the X Factor finalists underwent some teeth whitening in a top cosmetic dental surgery. As well as this everyone from Kate Blanchett to Richard Hammond have invested in a spot of teeth whitening so it is not surprising to see an increase among the public.

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